Dental Assistant

Company Description

International SOS Government Medical Services helps healthcare professionals make a meaningful impact around the world. As part of a global team supporting diverse patient populations, you’ll deliver high-quality care in dynamic healthcare environments while collaborating with experienced clinical and operational teams.

Operating in over 90 countries, we provide clinical care, emergency response, and healthcare support services across a wide range of care settings. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we are committed to delivering trusted healthcare solutions wherever they are needed most. Learn more at internationalsos.com.

Job Description

Support high-quality dental care for U.S. government personnel in a collaborative clinical environment where patient care, teamwork, and operational excellence matter. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced dental professionals while helping patients maintain their oral health in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Location: Iraq

Position Overview

The Dental Assistant supports the dental team in delivering preventive and restorative dental care for adult patient populations. Working closely with the dentist, this role assists with chairside procedures, patient preparation, dental imaging, sterilization, documentation, and daily clinic operations to ensure efficient, patient-focused care.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented dental professional who values teamwork, clinical quality, and maintaining a safe, organized care environment.

Why Join Us

• Work alongside experienced dental and healthcare professionals in a collaborative clinical setting
• Gain diverse clinical experience supporting a unique patient population
• Contribute to high-quality patient care and operational excellence
• Utilize modern dental imaging and infection control practices
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and annual bonus eligibility

Key Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during routine and specialty dental procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms in accordance with infection control standards
• Perform dental imaging procedures using traditional and digital radiography systems
• Maintain accurate patient records, appointment scheduling, and clinical documentation
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions
• Support daily clinic operations including supply inventory, ordering, billing coordination, coding, and insurance verification
• Communicate effectively with patients, dentists, and interdisciplinary staff to support efficient clinic workflow
• Complete required organizational, regulatory, and compliance training requirements

Qualifications

Requirements & Qualifications

• Successful completion of a 2-year dental assistant program or a 2-year ADA-accredited dental hygiene program with at least 12 semester hours of related coursework
• Minimum 3 years of recent dental assisting experience, including at least 6 months within the past year; entry-level candidates may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Current unrestricted Dental Assistant license or registration from a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia preferred
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Ability to perform chairside assisting, dental imaging, sterilization, and patient documentation in a clinical environment
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Card holder required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (MRPT)
• Valid U.S. passport with at least 18 months remaining prior to expiration and willingness to relocate to Iraq for the duration of the assignment
• Ability to meet pre-deployment medical requirements and perform work involving prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential
• Previous military healthcare or international healthcare experience
• Experience working in fast-paced or resource-limited clinical environments

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