SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)·Juneau, Alaska
Facilitates dental services by providing direct chair-side assistance to dentists and managing the day-to-day operations of the clinic. Responsibilities include preparing operatories, capturing radiographs, and maintaining sterilization protocols across general, pediatric, and orthodontic specialties.
$27.81 - $38.62 Facilitates delivery of dental services by assisting the dentists with direct patient care and the day-to-day operation of the Dental Clinic.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
Greets, seats and prepares patient in appropriate treatment operatory.
Prepares operatory in advance of appointment including instruments, radiographs, hand pieces, charts & supplies according to specialty.
Assists at chair-side using 4- handed techniques.
Travels with providers to provide coverage at other clinics.
Cleans, prepares, and maintains operatories, labs, central sterilization and tray set up area.
Prepares & maintains trays, tubs, instrument packs, mobile carts and supplies in an organized and uniform manner.
Fluently anticipates provider needs to streamline clinic and appointment flow.
Helps mentor DA trainees and new employees.
Orthodontics
Able to fluently utilize the Dental Electronic Health Record for basic charting, scheduling, medical alerts, and conditions. ·
Identifies all Orthodontic related continuing care.
Independently set up and assists for all orthodontic appointments.
Able to independently affix all wires, ties, and ligatures for patients in orthodontic treatment.
Correctly sizes orthodontic bands and fits arch wires to patient needs
Able to capture diagnostic impressions, both digital and analog. Understands and utilizes knowledge of brackets and wire sequences
Able to fabricate Essix retainers, nightguards, and pour all diagnostic models accurately.
Able to set up basic general and pediatric Appointment types
Follows proper infection control protocol emphasizing universal precautions as specified in Section VII of the Oral Health Program Guide for the Indian Health Service. Disinfects dental treatment rooms. Performs instrument cleaning, sterilization/disinfection, and recirculation.
Radiographs: Properly exposes, develops and mounts radiographs demonstrating radiological competency according to the I.H.S. Radiological Health and Safety Dental Program Manual. If the site is electronic able to take electronic radiographs and save them in the correct location.
Prevention: Working knowledge of proper tooth brushing and flossing techniques. Provides age-appropriate recommendations on topical fluorides. Delivers topical fluoride and antimicrobial treatments, applies sealants and upon certification; coronal polishing
Professional
Behavior: Displays courteous and professional behavior. Maintains a professional appearance.
Other
Duties: Accompanies dentist on village field trips throughout the year. In the absence of the receptionist, answers the telephone, directs calls, takes messages, manages appointment book, and maintains patient flow. Maintains and improves professional skills and knowledge. Attends dental staff meetings as scheduled. Participates in clinic Q.I. program including dental chart audits, maintenance of autoclave records. Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Travel Required: Moderate: Up to 20% travel expected
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Requires a high school diploma, completion of dental assistant training, and a BLS certification. Candidates must have 2 years of dental assistant experience and an Indian Health Service Radiology Certificate.
Market context
Dental roles in Alaska can draw steady interest because clinics often need clinicians who can balance patient care with the practical demands of serving dispersed communities. These positions are competitive when employers emphasize patient relationships, teamwork, and ongoing development, and the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm licensure expectations and be ready to discuss how you approach empathy, integrity, and continuous learning.
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