Dental Assistant

Contract Dental Assistant

Location: Multiple IHS Facilities

-Peach Springs, AZ

-Supai, AZ

-Parker, AZ

$60,000 - $70,000 a year

Responsibilities

• Provide dental services including exams, restorative treatments, oral health education, and preventive care.
• Diagnose and treat patients within professional scope and IHS standards.
• Assist in patient care processes, ensuring adherence to safety, infection control, and IHS standards.
• Complete and maintain patient records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Electronic Dental Record (EDR).
• Comply with Joint Commission and CMS standards in a culturally competent manner.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and adhere to IHS and service unit policies.

Qualifications

-Certification from an accredited program or relevant on-the-job experience.

-Minimum of 2 years of experience.

-BLS certification and preferred radiology certification

Requirements

-Background check and character investigation as per the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.

Credentialing and fingerprinting required before starting.

-Ability to work in remote areas and travel if necessary, with weather-related travel challenges expected at some locations.

Work Hours

Varies by location; typically Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM, with some locations requiring flexibility for longer shifts.

Benefits

• 2 weeks PTO
• 7 days paid sick leave
• Full health benefits
• 401k