Dental Assistant - Radiography & Patient Care

Indian Health Service; Tohatchi (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentist-led care, promote safe practices, and help deliver comprehensive dental services. You will educate patients, maintain infection control, and assist with radiographs in a setting serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

Responsibilities include assisting in restorative and surgical procedures, sterilization, and clinic operations while upholding safety and quality standards for patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assistance, including chairside work and instrument handling.
• Understanding of radiographic procedures and radiology safety.
• Knowledge of patient record-keeping and clinic operations.

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.

Education

1-year dental assistant program

2-year dental assistant program

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentist-led care, promote safe practices, and help deliver comprehensive dental services. You will educate patients, maintain infection control, and assist with radiographs in a setting serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

Responsibilities include assisting in restorative and surgical procedures, sterilization, and clinic operations while upholding safety and quality standards for patient care.