Dental Assistant
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- Job type
- Not stated by the source
- Department
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Salary
- USD 36,464–59,031 per year (as published by the source)
- Posted
- 2026-09-24
- Applications close
- 2026-12-31 · Closes in 69 days
Description
Performs a full range of duties with some independence in assigned specialties, indirect supervision from lead dental assistant (DA), DA supervisor or dentist. Using concepts of four-handed dentistry; assisting with specialty procedures including oral surgery, periodontal therapy, endodontic, prosthodontic & implant placement/restoration; anticipates surgeons/specialists needs of treatment; takes preliminary impressions; selects & manipulates a variety of gypsums & waxes.