Dental Assistant - Public Health Clinic Support & Radiology

Indian Health Service; Pawnee (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental services in Native communities. You will assist the dentist, sterilize instruments, and take radiographs while educating patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.

Role involves clinic operations support, patient record management, and adherence to safety protocols. This federal position requires background checks and eligibility for federal employment.

Qualifications

• Experience or education in dental assisting, including chairside support and routine procedures.
• Ability to maintain aseptic technique and manage dental supplies.
• Familiarity with radiographic procedures and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in all phases of restorative and surgical procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique and sterilize instruments.
• Expose and process dental radiographs following radiation-safety protocols.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Support dental clinic operations, maintain supplies, and manage patient records.

Skills

Dental radiography

Sterilization techniques

Patient education

Education

1 year dental assistant program

2 year dental assistant program

Job description

The Indian Health Service seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental services in Native communities. You will assist the dentist, sterilize instruments, and take radiographs while educating patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.

Role involves clinic operations support, patient record management, and adherence to safety protocols. This federal position requires background checks and eligibility for federal employment.