Dental Assistant

Amentum

Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
Fully onsite
Chairside assisting experience
X-ray image capture and development
Medical dental record maintenance
Amentum is seeking a Dental Assistant to support a U.S. Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role involves providing dental support services, maintaining medical records, and assisting practitioners during patient care in compliance with government standards

Job Summary

  • The Dental Assistant will provide essential dental support services for a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.
  • Responsibilities include creating and maintaining accurate individual Medical/Dental records while ensuring compliance with U.S. government regulations.
  • Candidates must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally to fulfill deployment requirements.

Matching Summary

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Amentum is seeking a Dental Assistant to support a U.S. Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role involves providing dental support services, maintaining medical records, and assisting practitioners during patient care in compliance with government standards.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Chairside assisting experience
  • X-ray image capture and development
  • Medical dental record maintenance
  • Instrument sterilization protocols
  • Patient history collection skills

Nice-to-have

  • Austere OCONUS environment experience
  • Multi-national workforce interaction
  • Government or military clinic background
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Collaborative team work approach

Key Requirements

  • Certification or diploma in Dental Assisting
  • 1-3 years of Dental Assistant experience
  • Valid passport valid for minimum one year
  • Ability to pass contract medical requirements
  • Proficiency in maintaining detailed medical records

Work Rights

Must have valid passport and ability to obtain facility credentials

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