What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Spectrum Healthcare Resources?
Dental Assistant
| ID | 2026-25539 | Category | Dental - Dental Assistant | Facility | DOD / MTF - Missouri - Whiteman Air Force Base |
Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an opportunity for a civilian Dental Assistant at Whiteman AFB, MO.
This position offers:
- Paid Time Off
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Health and dental coverage.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunity to care for our Military Families
Monday-Friday Hours
Job Requirements:
- 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 OR
- Certification from a military dental technician or dental assistant school and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months OR
- Certification from a Red Cross Dental Assistant course and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months OR
- 36 months experience within the preceding 60 months as a dental assistant in a private practice or a military clinic OR
- Membership in good standing with the American Association of Dental Assistant with required continuing education and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months OR
- 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 qualify; radiographic techniques; darkroom and processing techniques; film mounting and digital radiographic processing techniques (Completion of a military dental technician or dental assistant "A" school will fulfill this requirement. Similarly, Dental Assistant program transcripts documenting dental X-ray training will also suffice)
- In addition to one of the above requirements:
- Must be certified as a Dental Radiographer (Completion of a military dental technician or dental assistant "A" school will fulfill this requirement. Similarly, Dental Assistant program transcripts documenting dental X-ray training will also suffice)
- Must have 6 months expereince as a Dental Assistant after graduation
For more informaton contact:
Michelle Collins
314-744-4189
Michelle_Collins@spectrumhealth.com
Company Overview:
At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.
EOE / Disability / Vet
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Michelle Collins
314-744-4189
Michelle_Collins@spectrumhealth.com
Spectrum Healthcare Resources is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic.