Dental Assistant – Overseas Medical Support

Company Description

International SOS Government Medical Services provides healthcare and medical support services for U.S. government programs worldwide.

Support dental healthcare services for U.S. personnel overseas while gaining hands-on experience in an international clinical environment. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare professionals in a fast-paced setting supporting essential patient care operations.

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• International clinical experience
• Collaborative healthcare environment
• Opportunity to support essential healthcare operations
• Housing, travel, and deployment support provided where applicable

Job Description

International SOS Government Medical Services is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental healthcare operations for U.S. personnel assigned overseas. This position supports licensed dentists with chairside procedures, patient care, imaging, sterilization, documentation, and clinic support functions in a fast-paced clinical environment.

This position assists licensed dentists with chairside procedures, patient care, imaging, sterilization, documentation, and administrative support in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Location: Iraq
Job Type: Full-Time | Overseas Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during routine dental procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and treatment areas
• Perform traditional and digital dental imaging procedures
• Maintain accurate patient charts, treatment documentation, and records
• Coordinate patient scheduling and appointment confirmations
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions
• Follow infection control, sterilization, and OSHA safety standards
• Support administrative functions including documentation, coding, and insurance verification
• Assist with inventory management and ordering dental supplies
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and clinic staff to support efficient workflow
• Complete required compliance and organizational training requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of clinic operations

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of:
  • A 2-year Dental Assistant program, OR
  • A 2-year Dental Hygiene program accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA) Commission on Dental Accreditation that included at least 12 semester hours of coursework
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience with digital radiography and dental imaging systems
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
• Ability to meet overseas medical and administrative deployment requirements
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident status required
• Valid U.S. Passport

Preferred Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Dental Assistant license or registration preferred
• Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification and/or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential preferred
• 3+ years of recent Dental Assistant experience preferred, including at least six months within the past year
• Entry-level candidates may be considered based on education and training
• Previous military healthcare, federal healthcare, or international healthcare experience preferred
• Experience working in remote, overseas, or high-volume clinical environments preferred

Additional Requirements

• Ability to relocate to Iraq for the duration of the assignment
• Ability to obtain and maintain required government background screening or clearance requirements
• Must meet all pre-deployment medical and physical requirements
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs. as needed

Additional Information

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Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement:
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.