Specialty Dental Assistant: Surgical & Restorative Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Prescott, AZ Healthcare System, seeks a Dental Assistant to join the Specialty Care Service. The role supports the dental care team with independence in assigned specialties under indirect supervision, following VA policies.

Candidates must meet CODA, radiology, and English-language requirements; certification in radiologic safety is highly desirable. Longstanding commitment to patient privacy and infection control is essential.

Qualifications

• One-year CODA-accredited dental assistant program is required or equivalent.
• Six months of related experience is acceptable with appropriate education.
• Radiographic competence and ability to follow safety standards are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with exams and procedures in a clinical setting.
• Maintain infection control and cleanliness of operatory and equipment.
• Operate radiographic equipment and process images per protocol.
• Protect patient privacy and ensure safety throughout procedures.

Skills

Infection control

Radiology certification

Dental procedures

English proficiency

Education

CODA-accredited program

Tools

X-ray equipment

Intraoral camera

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Prescott, AZ Healthcare System, seeks a Dental Assistant to join the Specialty Care Service. The role supports the dental care team with independence in assigned specialties under indirect supervision, following VA policies.

Candidates must meet CODA, radiology, and English-language requirements; certification in radiologic safety is highly desirable. Longstanding commitment to patient privacy and infection control is essential.