Dental Assistants (68E)

United States Army Reserve; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and Bonuses

Retirement Plan (TSP)

Special Pays

TRICARE Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Care

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill Benefits

Job summary

United States Army Reserve enlists you as a Dental Specialist (68E). You will assist Army dentists, prepare instruments, take impressions and X-rays, manage patient records, and perform preventive care. You may also take vital signs and assist with anesthesia as required.

This is an entry-level position with no prior experience needed. Expect extensive training, benefits, and a pathway to further qualifications within a structured military environment.

Qualifications

• Citizen or permanent resident with valid Green Card
• 17–34 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

Responsibilities

• Assist Army dentists in examination and treatment of servicemembers’ teeth
• Prepare for operations by selecting and arranging instruments
• Take dental impressions and X‑rays
• Manage dental offices and patient records
• Perform preventive cleanings and basic health checks
• Take patient blood pressure and pulse
• Assist in administering anesthesia when needed

Skills

Dental Care

Treatments & X-Rays

Record Keeping

Job description

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and as a Dental Specialist (68E), you'll receive the specialized training needed to assist Army dentists in the examination and treatment of servicemembers’ teeth. You'll help the dentist prepare for operations by selecting and arranging instruments and by taking patient’s dental impressions and X-rays. You’ll also manage the dental offices and patient records, perform preventive cleanings, take the patient’s blood pressure, pulse, and help administer anesthesia when needed. This is not a civilian contractor position. No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

Requirements

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card
• 17 to 34 Years Old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS:

• 16 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available
• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 8 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
• 91 ASVAB Score: Skilled Technical (ST)

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN:

• Dental Care
• Treatments & X-Rays
• Record Keeping

BENEFITS:

• Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.
• Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.
• Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.

Healthcare:

• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.
• Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services.

Education:

• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty.
• GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill.
• Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans.

Housing and Living:

• Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.
• On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations.
• Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.

Career and Training:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
• Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields.

Family Support:

• Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.
• Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing.

Retirement and Veterans Benefits:

• Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.
• VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans.

Recreation and Leisure:

• Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.