Dental Assistant (Schriever SFB) Location: Schriever Air Force Base, CO, United States Healthcare Provider Type : Dental START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3181584&source=3181584-CJB-0) Experience the Matrix Providers Advantage. We strive to provide a framework of stability and structure for our valued employees, where you will experience lower provider-to-patient ratios and fair, reliable schedules. Matrix Providers has a civilian opportunity for a Dental Assistant to provide full-time services in the Dental Clinic located at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO. + Employment Status: Full-Time | 40 hours per week + Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM + Hourly Rate: $20.23 - $24.00 Per Hour + Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage. + Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook) + 401(k) Plan Dental Assistant must have and meet 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. + Certification from a Red Cross Dental Assistant course and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months. + 36 months experience within the preceding 60 months as a dental assistant in a private practice or a military clinic. + Membership in good standing with the American Association of Dental Assistants with required continuing education 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. Job Summary: + Performs assisting in one or more phases of complex/difficult restorative, prosthodontic, oral surgical, endodontic, or periodontal treatment. Receives and schedules patients for treatment. + Obtains and records the related medical history of the patient. Chart examination and treatment information. Records information on prescriptions. + Sterilizes instruments, materials, and equipment; prepares surgical trays. Maintains dental equipment in a clean and operative condition. + Assists dentist at chairside. Performs intra-oral procedures as directed by the dentist. Takes preliminary impressions for study models, removes sutures and places, and removes rubber dams, period-packs, matrix bands, and wedges. + Relays the dentist's instructions to the patient for post-treatment care. Instructs patient in proper dental techniques, care of appliances, and causes of dental decay. + Operates dental X-ray equipment to take intra and extra-oral radiographs. Maintains, cleans, and performs minor repairs on X-ray equipment and materials. + Pours and trims models from impressions and constructs custom impression trays. Maintains a variety of recurring reports related to dental activities. Matrix Providers support our employees with an accessible dedicated representative to assist you throughout the duration of your contract. We firmly believe that a healthy work/life balance enables you to perform at your best. Our mission is to serve America-s military family by aligning exceptional healthcare workers like you with rewarding career opportunities. Come home to Matrix. Matrix Providers is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please see https://matrixproviders.com/accessibility-eeo-disclaimer. To learn more about our Benefits Packages, please see https://matrixproviders.com/benefits. Matrix Providers endeavors to make www.matrixproviders.com accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please get in touch with our Recruiting Hotline Number, 1-877-807-8277, TTY LINE, 385-722-8109. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. #INDLT START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3181584&source=3181584-CJB-0)