Expanded Function Dental Assistant: Radiography & Care

Indian Health Service; Mobridge (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures, radiography, and patient education in a culturally respectful setting. You will assist the dentist, prepare materials, and maintain records for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

The role requires knowledge of infection control, radiographic safety, and willingness to work within a federal health program.

Qualifications

• Experience in chairside assisting and basic restorative procedures.
• Knowledge of radiographic techniques and safety.
• Understanding of infection control procedures in a dental office.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures.
• Anticipate dentist's needs and prepare instruments and materials.
• Perform intra-oral procedures and radiographic imaging as directed.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Radiography

Infection control

Patient education

Dental terminology

Education

4-year dental assistant program

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures, radiography, and patient education in a culturally respectful setting. You will assist the dentist, prepare materials, and maintain records for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

The role requires knowledge of infection control, radiographic safety, and willingness to work within a federal health program.