Dental Assistant

About the role

Aptive Resources is hiring a Dental Assistant to join their team of professionals providing healthcare services to Military Service Members and their families at Naval Health Clinic Hawaii (NHCH) Camp Smith. Employment Status: Full Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 0630-1600. Contract HCWs will not be required to work on federally recognized holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of dental assisting procedures in support of Dental Officer examinations and delivery of treatment within the personnel and equipment capabilities and limitations of the Dental Treatment Facility.
• Aid in the provision of mandated dental surveillance and preventive services and assist in ensuring the quality and timeliness of treatment records and reports required to document procedures performed and care provided.
• Absorb patients who present with a complaint to staff dentists for evaluation and continuation of care and attend multidisciplinary treatment team meetings on behalf of the dental officers.
• Maintain patient records in accordance with Joint Commission and DTF/MTF requirements.
• Assist during administration of anesthesia.
• Absorb sutures.
• Dispose of contaminated waste in accordance with the standard procedures of the DTF/MTF.
• Maintain operatory to meet the clinic's cleanliness and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: The contract worker must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Education: Certificate or associate degree from a CODA-accredited program, or successful completion of a military dental technician or dental assistant school, or graduation from a state-accredited program for dental assistants or dental technology within the preceding 12 months.
• Experience: 36 months experience within the preceding 60 months as a dental assistant in a private practice or a military clinic.
• Physical Qualifications: Capable of back bending, standing, and walking as part of four-handed sit-down dentistry.

Benefits

As a member of a professional team, the HCW shall contribute positively to team building and morale. Under government supervision and the clinical direction of a dentist, all dental assistants may be allowed to participate in Expanded Functions training program and certification in accordance with all current and relevant BUMED and DHA instructions and local directives at the Commanding Officer's discretion.

About Aptive

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations, and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, they support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security, and the National Science Foundation. They specialize in applying technology, creativity, and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who rely on government services daily. Founded in 2012, they employ over 300 professionals nationwide. EEO Statement: Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. They consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class. Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.