Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $37,713.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Job Description
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is a federal health program dedicated to providing comprehensive health services to American Indian and Alaska Native communities. As part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the IHS has a mission to raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of Native Americans to the highest level possible. The IHS delivers culturally appropriate oral, medical, and preventive health care to improve health status and promote wellness among the populations it serves. With clinics, hospitals, and health stations located across various tribal lands, the IHS creates accessible and reliable healthcare infrastructure and employs... Show More
Job Requirements
- 3 months of general experience or familiarity with customer service, record-keeping, and clinic maintenance duties for GS-2
- 6 months of general experience or completion of relevant education programs for GS-3
- 6 months of general experience plus 6 months of specialized dental assistant experience for GS-4
- compliance with radiological certification standards per 42 CFR Part 75 for GS-3 and GS-4
- federal Time-In-Grade requirements for promotion where applicable
- ability to meet qualification requirements within 30 days of announcement closing
- submission of transcripts or course listings if education is used for qualification
- certification or proof of radiological competency
- applicants may select up to 5 locations for consideration
Job Qualifications
- high school graduate or equivalent
- completion of a 1-year dental assistant program or 1 year of an accredited dental hygiene program including radiation courses
- practical nurse training approved by state or district body
- combination of education and experience demonstrating capability in dental assisting
- current IHS or state dental radiological health and safety certification for GS-3 and GS-4 levels
- demonstrated ability to provide chairside assistance and operate dental radiographic equipment
- knowledge of dental instruments and dental clinic procedures
- experience in customer service and record-keeping in clinical setting
Job Duties
- provide chairside assistance during dental procedures
- set up proper instruments and materials for dental treatments
- record treatments rendered and maintain accurate patient records
- provide receptionist services including scheduling and patient communication
- expose and process digital oral x-rays according to radiological health and safety standards
- maintain cleanliness and proper function of dental operatory and clinic areas
- comply with radiation health and safety regulations and certification requirements
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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