Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Indian Health Service • Chinle, AZ

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About The Position

This position is for a Dental Assistant within the Federal Government, specifically in locations such as Chinle, AZ, Red Mesa, AZ, Bloomfield, NM, Crownpoint, NM, Gallup, NM, Shiprock, NM, and Tohatchi, NM. The role requires applicants to demonstrate sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties associated with the position. Experience can include both paid and unpaid work, including volunteer service through National Service programs. Applicants must clearly identify their duties and responsibilities in previous positions, including the total number of hours worked per week. The position has specific basic requirements and specialized experience criteria that must be met for various grade levels (GS-3 to GS-6).

Requirements

• Must have completed an educational program accredited by the Department of Education.
• Certification as a radiographer in the field is required.
• For GS-3: 6 months of general experience or a combination of education and experience.
• For GS-4: 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience or completion of a 2-year dental assistant program.
• For GS-5: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4 or completion of a 4-year dental assistant or dental hygiene program.
• For GS-6: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children under the age of 4.
• Completion of continuing education courses in expanded functions for dental assistants.

Responsibilities

• Assist in dental procedures and provide oral hygiene instructions.
• Document patient information in electronic dental records.
• Take radiographs and mount them in electronic records.
• Monitor dental patients and provide post-operative care.
• Maintain cleanliness and disinfection of instruments and equipment.
• Manage inventory of dental supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees