Dental Assistant - Army Medical Center
About The Position
Openings for experienced Dental Assistants to support dental readiness processing for military personnel. Ensure service members are dentally cleared for worldwide deployment. Responsibilities Assist dentist with direct patient care procedures Set up and clean dental equipment following infection control protocols Perform dental radiological exams with diagnostic quality imaging Provide patient instructions clearly and professionally Assist with documenting findings and treatment plans in patient records Maintain proper sterilization and safety procedures Support high-volume dental screening operations
Requirements
- Education: One of the following: Certificate/Associate degree from CODA-accredited dental assistant program + 12 months experience Military dental technician/assistant certification + 12 months experience Red Cross Dental Assistant certification + 12 months experience 36 months dental assistant experience (within last 48 months) State-accredited dental assistant program graduate
- Radiography: Certified per 42 CFR Part 75
- BLS: Current certification (in-person)
- Experience: 1+ year as dental assistant within last 2 years
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Responsibilities
- Assist dentist with direct patient care procedures
- Set up and clean dental equipment following infection control protocols
- Perform dental radiological exams with diagnostic quality imaging
- Provide patient instructions clearly and professionally
- Assist with documenting findings and treatment plans in patient records
- Maintain proper sterilization and safety procedures
- Support high-volume dental screening operations
Benefits
- Support Military Mission - Make a real difference in national defense
- Professional Growth - Work with diverse military healthcare system
- Modern Facilities - State-of-the-art William Beaumont Army Medical Center
- Team Environment - Collaborative, mission-focused culture
- Competitive Compensation - Includes overtime opportunities
- Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
