Expanded-Function Dental Assistant

Indian Health Service; Kayenta (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service in the United States is seeking an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to deliver chairside assistance, radiography, and patient education while supporting high‑quality, culturally respectful care for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The role emphasizes infection control and a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Requirements include radiographic certification and completion of an accredited dental assisting or dental hygiene program with

Qualifications

• Experience in chairside assistance and intra‑oral procedures.
• Radiography certification and ability to perform dental x‑rays.
• Infection control training and adherence to safety protocols.
• Ability to educate patients on oral health and care plan.

Responsibilities

• Restores teeth after preparation and assists dentist with instruments and materials.
• Performs chairside assisting and anticipates dentist's needs during procedures.
• Conducts intra‑oral procedures including sealants, prophylaxis, and temporary restorations.
• Performs radiographic procedures and dental lab tasks such as impressions and models.
• Greet and prepare patients and maintain treatment records.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Radiography

Infection control

Patient education

Education

Dental assistant or dental hygiene program with 24 hours radiation physics

Job description

Indian Health Service in the United States is seeking an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to deliver chairside assistance, radiography, and patient education while supporting high‑quality, culturally respectful care for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The role emphasizes infection control and a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Requirements include radiographic certification and completion of an accredited dental assisting or dental hygiene program with