Dental Assistant

Position: Dental Assistant
Location:355 Medical Group Davis-Monthan Tucson, AZ

Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a potential need for Dental Assistants!

Record patient vitals, including blood pressure, temperature, oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, and pulse.
• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, including tissue retraction, suctioning, and maintaining a clear operating field.
• Educate patients on proper dental techniques, oral hygiene, and the prevention of dental decay.
• Perform administrative duties such as chart filing, administrative reviews, and patient communications.
• Utilize the Corporate Dental Application or other designated systems to record patient care and manage scheduling.
• Maintain the Dental Treatment Room by stocking supplies, managing pharmaceuticals, monitoring equipment, and adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
• Assist in handling medical emergencies as needed.

• Education: As outlined in Exhibit 5 (refer to MQS base contract).
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and additional certifications per Exhibit 5.
• Experience: As specified in Exhibit 5.
• Licensure/Registration: Must comply with Exhibit 5 and DHA-PM 6025.13 requirements.
• Board Certification: As outlined in Exhibit 5 and DHA-PM 6025.13.

Company Overview:

Spectrum Healthcare Resources (SHR) was established in 1988 to deliver systems and processes designed to meet the unique needs of Military and VA Health Systems. SHR is a leading organization that provides physician and clinical staffing and management services to United States Military Treatment Facilities, VA clinics and other Federal Agencies through various contracting vehicles. A Joint Commission Health Care Staffing Services firm, SHR is the military staffing division of TeamHealth, a Nationwide organization that serves 850 civilian and military hospitals with a team of 9,600 affiliated health care professionals.

Spectrum Healthcare Resources is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EOE/AA/Disability/Vet