Dental Assistant: Radiology, Patient Care & Clinic Support

Indian Health Service; Bernalillo (NM); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Indian Health Service seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain sterilization, and assist with radiographs. You will educate patients on care and help manage clinic operations and records.

Applicants must meet federal requirements, including citizenship, background checks, and eligibility for public service. This role contributes to the mission of improving health for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assistance to general or specialized dentistry.
• 1 year dental assistant program or equivalent education.
• 2-year dental assistant program or equivalent education.
• Must meet GS-02/GS-03/GS-04 general and specialized experience requirements.

Responsabilités

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

Connaissances

Customer service

Record keeping

Clinic maintenance

Formation

1-year dental assistant program

2-year dental assistant program

Outils

X-ray equipment

Description du poste

Indian Health Service seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain sterilization, and assist with radiographs. You will educate patients on care and help manage clinic operations and records.

Applicants must meet federal requirements, including citizenship, background checks, and eligibility for public service. This role contributes to the mission of improving health for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.