What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant – Overseas Medical Support position at International SOS Government Medical Services?
Company Description
International SOS Government Medical Services provides medical and security support solutions for government, military, and contractor personnel operating in complex environments worldwide.
Support U.S. government personnel overseas as part of a mission-driven dental team in Iraq. This role offers hands-on clinical experience, international exposure, and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced federal healthcare environment supporting deployed personnel.
Why Join Us
- Support critical healthcare operations overseas
- Gain federal and international clinical experience
- Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals
- Contribute directly to mission readiness and patient care
Job Description
International SOS Government Medical Services is hiring a Dental Assistant to support DOS, DOD, and contractor personnel stationed in Iraq. The Dental Assistant supports dentists with patient care, chairside procedures, imaging, sterilization, documentation, scheduling, and clinic operations in a deployed setting.
Location: Iraq
Schedule: Full-Time Deployment Assignment
Key Responsibilities
- Assist dentists using four-handed dentistry techniques
- Prepare/sterilize instruments and operatories
- Perform traditional and digital dental imaging
- Maintain patient charts and treatment documentation
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-op care
- Ensure infection control and OSHA compliance
- Support billing, coding, and insurance verification
- Monitor inventory and order supplies
- Communicate with providers, staff, and patients to maintain clinic workflow
- Complete required Joint Commission/compliance training
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Requirements & Qualifications
- Completion of:
- 2-year Dental Assistant program, or
- 2-year ADA-accredited Dental Hygiene program with minimum 12 semester hours coursework
- 3 years recent DA experience preferred, including 6 months within past year
- Entry-level candidates considered case-by-case
- Active/unrestricted Dental Assistant license or registration preferred
- DANB certification and/or CDA credential preferred
- Non-certified candidates with approved OJT may perform supportive procedures under dentist supervision
- Current BLS certification required
- Experience with digital radiography/imaging
- Knowledge of sterilization and infection control standards
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident required
- Ability to obtain/maintain MRPT clearance
- Valid U.S. Passport with minimum 18 months before expiration
- Must maintain valid passport during deployment
- Must meet all pre-deployment medical/physical requirements
- Ability to stand/sit for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
- Must relocate to Iraq for duration of contract
Preferred Qualifications
- Military healthcare experience
- Prior OCONUS contractor experience
- Experience in austere/deployed environments
- Familiarity with federal healthcare operations
- High-volume clinic experience
Additional Information
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Benefits Language (FTE roles):
Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.
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International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.