Dental Assistant

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Cherry Point, NC

About The Position

This position is with the Defense Health Agency-Atlantic Network at the Medical Treatment Facility Cherry Point, within the Directorate of Dental. The moderately sized dental clinic has 27 dental chairs. The Dental Assistant performs intra-oral procedures, takes preliminary impressions, and operates dental x-ray equipment. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The general work schedule is 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Friday.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
One year of specialized experience performing intra-oral procedures, taking preliminary impressions, and operating dental x-ray equipment; or successful completion of a four-year dental assistant or dental hygiene program including at least 24 semester hours of specified radiology coursework; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
Radiology certification meeting the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75.
Obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
Pass a background investigation and credit check, pre-employment drug screening, and required pre-employment physical examination; the position is also subject to random drug testing and annual physical examinations.
Meet mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements unless exempted for medical or religious reasons; immunization screening is required, Hepatitis B immunization is required for direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
Complete Tuberculosis testing.
Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Complete a one-year probationary period.
Direct deposit of pay is required.

Nice To Haves

Highly qualified candidates may be considered for recruitment or relocation incentives.
Highly qualified candidates may be considered for an advanced in-hire incentive.

Responsibilities

Perform chairside assistance in restorative, prosthodontic, surgical, endodontic, and periodontal treatment in general dentistry.
Maintain and sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
Obtain and record patient medical history and route patients for medical tests and services when required.
Take and modify preliminary impressions for study models and impression trays.
Provide oral hygiene instruction on common causes of decay, brushing and flossing techniques, and care of prosthodontic appliances.
Operate dental x-ray equipment.