PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Provides chair-side assistance to dental providers in all phases of restorative, prosthodontic, surgical, endodontic, pediatric and periodontic treatment as provided in general dentistry. Has clinic maintenance and record keeping duties QUALIFICATIONS: • Must have High School diploma or equivalent. • Must have completed an Accredited Dental Assisting course or 1 year of dental chairside experience. • Dental Assistant National Board Certificate (CDA) preferred but not required • Must be a self-starter. Able to work without direct supervision. • Knowledge of dental instruments and medical/dental terminology. • Knowledge of basic computer skills • Must be able to complete Indian Health Service (his) x-ray competency evaluation. • Must be able to provide age- specific care to patients of all age levels • Must pay attention to detail and assume responsibility for tasks assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Seat patients in the dental chair, prepares them for treatment, and reviews their dental records. • Sterilize, disinfect instruments and dental equipment. • Provides post-operative instructions and provides oral health care education. • Prepare materials for dental procedures per manufacturers instruction.