Dental Assistant

Job Summary

Aptive Resources is hiring a Dental Assistantto join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Citizenship: The contract worker performing under this contract must be a U.S. Citizen
• Degree: Certificate or associate degree
• Education: Successful completion of a one of the following:
• Certificate or associate degree as a dental assistant/technician from a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA) and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months.
• Certification from a military dental technician or dental assistant school and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months.
• Graduation from a state accredited program for dental assistants or dental technology within the preceding 12 months.
• All training must have included a course in radiation physics; radiation biology; radiation health, safety, and protection; X-ray films and radiographic film quality; radiographic techniques; darkroom and processing techniques; film mounting; and digital radiographic processing techniques.
• Experience: 36 months experience within the preceding 60 months as a dental assistant in a private practice or a military clinic.
• Certification:
• Certification from a Red Cross Dental Assistant course and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months.
• Membership in good standing with the American Association of Dental Assistants with required continuing education and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months.
• Certifications (in addition to Basic Life Support identified in paragraph 1.5.45.6.): Certified in radiography as required by 42 CFR Part 75.
• Physical Qualifications: Beyond the general physical qualifications outlined in the base contract PWS, contract workers shall be capable of the following: Majority of dental assistants participate in four-handed sit-down dentistry, which requires somewhat regular and reoccurring back bending. There are short periods of standing and walking as well.

Minimum Qualifications

Contract Worker Standard Qualifications: The standard qualifications (duties) or the labor category are as follows:

• Responsible for performing a full range of dental assisting procedures in support of Dental Officer examinations and delivery of treatment under the "four handed dentistry" format within the personnel and equipment capabilities and limitations of the Dental Treatment Facility.
• The HCW shall 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.
• The HCW shall also refer 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.
• The HCW shall:
• Maintain patient records in accordance with Joint Commission and DTF/MTF requirements.
• Assist during administration of anesthesia.
• Assist in placement and removal of 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. These clinical duties do not include mopping, sweeping or taking trash to an industrial dumpster.
• This is a personal services contract for clinical services; however, as time permits, the HCW may be assigned other duties consistent with the normal duties of a dental assistant as directed by the Commanding Officer. These duties include, but are not limited to, working at the appointments desk, performing Central Sterile Supply functions, and participating in command quality improvement and assurance meetings, etc.
• As a member of a professional team, the HCW shall contribute in a positive manner 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.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: This role requires the ability to stand, walk, and move throughout patient care areas for extended periods, often during long shifts. The employee must be able to lift, transfer, or reposition patients and equipment up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance, and frequently bend, kneel, reach, and push or pull wheeled equipment. The role also requires manual dexterity for tasks such as administering medication, operating medical equipment, and documenting patient care, as well as the ability to respond quickly in emergency situations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

About Aptive

About Aptive. Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. Founded: 2012. Employees: 300+ nationwide.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We 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. About Aptive: Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. Founded: 2012. Employees: 300+ nationwide.