Dental Assistant

International SOS Government Medical Services•Houston, TX

5d•$63,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Support high-quality dental care for U.S. government personnel in a collaborative clinical environment where patient care, teamwork, and operational excellence matter. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced dental professionals while helping patients maintain their oral health in a fast-paced outpatient setting. The Dental Assistant supports the dental team in delivering preventive and restorative dental care for adult patient populations. Working closely with the dentist, this role assists with chairside procedures, patient preparation, dental imaging, sterilization, documentation, and daily clinic operations to ensure efficient, patient-focused care. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented dental professional who values teamwork, clinical quality, and maintaining a safe, organized care environment.

Requirements

Successful completion of a 2-year dental assistant program or a 2-year ADA-accredited dental hygiene program with at least 12 semester hours of related coursework
Minimum 3 years of recent dental assisting experience, including at least 6 months within the past year; entry-level candidates may be considered on a case-by-case basis
Current unrestricted Dental Assistant license or registration from a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia preferred
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Ability to perform chairside assisting, dental imaging, sterilization, and patient documentation in a clinical environment
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Card holder required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (MRPT)
Valid U.S. passport with at least 18 months remaining prior to expiration and willingness to relocate to Iraq for the duration of the assignment
Ability to meet pre-deployment medical requirements and perform work involving prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential
Previous military healthcare or international healthcare experience
Experience working in fast-paced or resource-limited clinical environments

Responsibilities

Assist dentists during routine and specialty dental procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques
Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms in accordance with infection control standards
Perform dental imaging procedures using traditional and digital radiography systems
Maintain accurate patient records, appointment scheduling, and clinical documentation
Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions
Support daily clinic operations including supply inventory, ordering, billing coordination, coding, and insurance verification
Communicate effectively with patients, dentists, and interdisciplinary staff to support efficient clinic workflow
Complete required organizational, regulatory, and compliance training requirements