Dental Assistant II

Job overview

The Dental Assistant II role is onsite in Lawton, OK, supporting Lawton Indian Hospital; assignment at the Anadarko Indian Health Center may occur as needed during staff shortages, using an IHS vehicle during regular work hours. Pay is $20.50–$24 per hour. The position supports dental services at the hospital and may be considered for anticipated staffing needs rather than an immediate vacancy. The assistant supports general dentistry and may assist with specialized procedures, prepares and sterilizes instruments, obtains radiographs, and helps patients understand post-operative and home-care instructions. These duties support safe, organized dental care and patient flow.

What you'll do

• Record vital signs and screening data
• triage emergency dental patients
• take digital intraoral and panoramic radiographs
• assist chairside in general dentistry and as needed in specialized procedures
• prepare, clean, package, and sterilize instruments
• maintain equipment and operatories
• provide routine prophylaxis and topical fluoride as assigned
• relay post-operative and home-care instructions
• place sealants as prescribed
• direct patients and visitors.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant ii

dental care

radiographs

chairside assistance

instrument sterilization

patient education

basic life support

lawton ok

lawton indian hospital

monday–friday

7 a.m.–4 p.m.

$20.50–$24/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee benefits program, management engagement, quality leadership, teamwork, performance recognition, and promotion opportunities.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of direct-practice dental assisting experience, and active Basic Life Support certification. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m.; no federal holidays are required.

About the employer

Chenega Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.