Dental Assistant: Radiography, Sterilization & Patient Care

Indian Health Service; Hays District (MT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain strict sterilization, and assist with radiographs under safety protocols. You will educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care, while helping run the clinic and maintain patient records.

The role emphasizes compliance with employment requirements and background investigations as part of a dedicated health system serving Native communities.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assistance including chairside support.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and sterilization practices.
• Ability to expose and process dental radiographs per safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in 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 and manage patient records.

Education

Dental assistant program

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Indian Health Service seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain strict sterilization, and assist with radiographs under safety protocols. You will educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care, while helping run the clinic and maintain patient records.

The role emphasizes compliance with employment requirements and background investigations as part of a dedicated health system serving Native communities.