Dental Assistant on Military Base | Private-Practice Feel

Dentrust Optimized Care Solutions; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DOCS Dental, located on Army and Air Force bases, serves military families and veterans with private-practice care and a mission-driven purpose. We’re hiring a dedicated Dental Assistant to join a close-knit team delivering exceptional patient experiences.

Hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and Saturdays 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Requirements include 2+ years of dental assisting, radiology license/DANB, X-ray and CPR/BLS certifications, a valid driver's license, and willingness to obtain a Real ID.

Qualifications

• Current Dental Assistant Radiology License / DANB Certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in dental assisting.
• X-Ray Certification (required).
• CPR/BLS Certification (required).
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to obtain a Real ID before employment.
• Preferred: Expanded Duty Dental Assistant certification and Coronal Polishing certification.

Responsibilities

• Building rapport with patients and fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
• Preparing patients for dental procedures, ensuring they feel comfortable and informed.
• Mastering dental software and equipment to assist in treatment efficiency.
• Sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and maintaining infection control standards.
• Supporting dentists during procedures, including setup, breakdown, and disposal of biohazards.
• Managing clerical duties, including daily and monthly reporting, with strong attention to detail.

Skills

2+ years dental assisting

Patient care

Infection control

Job description

DOCS Dental, located on Army and Air Force bases, serves military families and veterans with private-practice care and a mission-driven purpose. We’re hiring a dedicated Dental Assistant to join a close-knit team delivering exceptional patient experiences.

Hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and Saturdays 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Requirements include 2+ years of dental assisting, radiology license/DANB, X-ray and CPR/BLS certifications, a valid driver's license, and willingness to obtain a Real ID.