Expanded-Function Dental Assistant: Make Real Impact

Indian Health Service; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to support chairside and radiographic procedures, infection control, and patient education within American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

The role requires radiographic certification, strong documentation, and a commitment to culturally respectful care. Candidates must meet federal requirements and be ready for a competitive appointment process with a secure background check.

Qualifications

• Experience in chairside assisting and expanded functions.
• Proficiency with radiographic procedures and safety.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.
• Ability to prepare materials and equipment for dentists.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures and anticipate dentist needs.
• Perform intra‑oral radiographs and related lab tasks; pour and trim models; fabricate trays.
• Maintain patient records and prepare patients for treatments; assist with infection control and supplies.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Intra-oral radiographs

Infection control

Patient education

Restorative procedures

Education

Dental assistant program (ADA-accredited)

4-year course including radiation physics

Tools

Dental radiography equipment

Sterilization techniques

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to support chairside and radiographic procedures, infection control, and patient education within American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

The role requires radiographic certification, strong documentation, and a commitment to culturally respectful care. Candidates must meet federal requirements and be ready for a competitive appointment process with a secure background check.