Expanded-Function Dental Assistant – Radiography & Care

Indian Health Service; Harlem (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures, restorative work, radiography, infection control, and patient education. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, culturally respectful care to American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

A valid dental radiography certification and compliance with federal employment requirements are essential; responsibilities include patient prep, record maintenance, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Experience in chairside assisting and patient care within a dental setting.
• Knowledge of radiographic imaging, safety protocols, and infection control.
• Familiarity with restorative procedures and post-care instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance and anticipate dentist needs for instruments and materials.
• Perform intra-oral procedures and assist with cleaning and prep of areas.
• Carry out radiographic procedures and assist with dental lab tasks such as models and impressions.
• Receive and prepare patients and maintain treatment records.

Skills

Chairside dental assisting

Infection control

Radiography

Patient education

Restorative procedures

Education

Dental assistant program

4-year course of study including radiation physics

Tools

Dental radiography equipment

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures, restorative work, radiography, infection control, and patient education. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, culturally respectful care to American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

A valid dental radiography certification and compliance with federal employment requirements are essential; responsibilities include patient prep, record maintenance, and collaboration with