Dental Assistant

Matrix Providers • Camp Springs, MD

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Matrix Providers is hiring a Dental Assistant to join their team of talented professionals who provide health care services to Military Service Members and their families at Joint Base Andrews, MD. The role offers a framework of stability and structure with lower provider-to-patient ratios and fair, reliable schedules. The company mission is to serve America’s military family by aligning exceptional healthcare workers with rewarding career opportunities.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent AND successfully complete ONE of the following established pathways: Graduation from a Dental Assistant training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA), Graduation from a recognized Military Dental Assistant/Technician training program, Graduation from an American Red Cross (ARC) Dental Assistant training program, or Possession of an active, unencircling Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
• Minimum of twelve (12) months of full-time clinical experience as a Dental Assistant within the preceding thirty-six (36) months.
• Documented training and proficiency in oral/dental anatomy; dental therapeutics; sterile techniques; dental materials; infection control procedures; radiation physics, biology, and protection; and digital radiographic processing techniques.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross Healthcare Provider Course certification.
• Current certification in dental radiography in compliance with 42 CFR Part 75.
• Legal Authorization to Work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• The Contractor may request an equivalency determination as a substitute for education requirements on this labor category. Such requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Government.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during restorative, prosthodontic, oral surgery, endodontic, and periodontal procedures.
• Perform authorized dental assisting functions, including impressions, suture removal, and placement/removal of dental materials and appliances.
• Take and process diagnostic dental radiographs using digital and traditional Xray equipment.
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain instruments, equipment, operatories, and surgical trays in accordance with infection control standards.
• Educate patients on posttreatment care, oral hygiene, appliance maintenance, and preventive dental practices.
• Obtain and document medical histories, chart treatment information, and maintain accurate electronic dental records.
• Schedule patients, coordinate referrals, conduct follow-up communications, and ensure proper patient handoff between departments.
• Fabricate and prepare study models and custom impression trays.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate supply ordering with logistics personnel.
• Assist with administrative duties, reports, and daily dental clinic operations.

Benefits

• Competitive financial package
• Comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan
• Accessible dedicated representative to assist throughout the duration of the contract
• Support for healthy work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED