Dental Assistant

About the Position: This position is located at Bassett Army Community Hospital, Fort Wainwright, Alaska. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Federal employees in Alaska are currently entitled to receive a 1.49% Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) in addition to the base salary. This is subject to change.

Perform intra-oral procedures as directed by the Dentist.

Take preliminary impressions for study models, remove sutures, place and remove rubber dams, perio-packs, matrix bands, and wedges.

Operate dental X-ray equipment to take intra and extra-oral radiographs.

Prepare and arrange all instruments and materials needed for each treatment.

Obtain and record related medical history of patient, and route patient for medical tests and services when required.

Maintain dental equipment in a clean and operative condition.