Dental Assistant at Dental Clinic - SHAPE — Applications Closed

Job Description

As a Dental Assistant at the SHAPE Dental Clinic in Belgium, you’ll operate chairside with dental specialists to aid with restorative, prosthodontic, oral surgical, endodontic, orthodontic, or periodontal treatments. Your function in this role contains taking intraoral and extraoral radiographs, preparing impressions, removing sutures, and placing rubber dams.

You’ll also schedule patients, chart treatment information, and supply post-treatment care instructions. This role is perfect for US citizens with dental assisting background or a related educational background who are set to back a military treatment facility overseas.

Salary & Compensation

Salary: $37,937 - $48,377 per year.

Qualification

To qualify for this GS-5 Dental Assistant post, you must be a US citizen and gather the fundamental radiology certification condition under Public Law 97-35. Also, you want either one year of specialized expertise at the GS-04 level or completion of a qualifying dental assistant or hygiene plan.

• US Citizenship called for.
• Radiology Certification: Must encounter credentialing standards in 42 CFR Portion 75 (e.g., completion of an accredited educational scheme and certification as a radiographer, or alternative certification such as DANB RHS exam).
• Specialized Know-how: One year of background providing chairside assistance, performing intra-oral procedures, keeping up patient records, and running dental X-ray equipment (GS-04 level).
• Education: Successful completion of a full four-year dental assistant or dental hygiene plan such as at least 24 semester hours in radiation physics, biology, safety, radiographic techniques, and film processing.
• Combination of Education and Expertise: A combination of education and experience that equals 100% of the conditions.
• Foreign education must be evaluated by a recognized credentialing offering to determine U.S. Equivalency.
• Volunteer know-how (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) is credited if documented on resume.
• Resume must be two pages or less and clearly outline relevant background.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist dentist at chair side and perform intra-oral procedures as directed.
• Run dental X-ray equipment to obtain intra and spare oral radiographs.
• Grab preliminary impressions for study models.
• Take out sutures, spot and strip rubber dams, perio-packs, matrix bands, and wedges.
• Receive and schedule patients for treatment.
• Chart examination and treatment details relayed by dentist into patient records.
• Obtain and record related medical history; route patient for medical tests and solutions.
• Relay dentist's instructions for post-treatment care and educate patients on proper dental techniques and care of appliances.
• Keep up dental equipment in wipe down and operative condition; store and uphold adequate supply levels.

Conditions & Requirements

• Appointment subject to suitability or fitness determination via background investigation.
• Male candidates born after 12/31/1959 must register with Selective Solution.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship needed.
• One-year trial/probationary period may be called for.
• Must comply with Exceptional Family Participant Scheme (EFMP) needs per DoDI 1315.19.
• Must satisfy requirements of DoDI 1400.25 V1230 for employment in foreign areas.
• Subject to screening and update of needed immunizations; mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination.
• Pre-employment physical examination and annual examination thereafter.
• Core Life Aid (BLS) certification from American Heart Association required.
• Capacity to lift up to 20 lbs. In routine performance of tasks.

Benefits

• Federal gains package covering health insurance, retirement, and paid depart.
• Overseas employment upsides may register (e.g., living quarters allowance, post allowance).
• Assess advantages at.

How You Will Be Evaluated

1. Your submission package (resume, supporting documents, and questionnaire responses) will be reviewed to decide if you gather qualification conditions.
2. If you inflate qualifications or expertise, you may misplace consideration.
3. Selection subject to Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
4. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.
5. If eligible, you may be referred to the hiring manager for meeting.

Required Documents

• Resume: Must be two pages or less, cover employer name, position title, start/close dates (month/year), hours per week, and a description of responsibilities. Apply clear language; steer clear of acronyms.
• Transcripts: Called for if qualifying set on education or combination. Must show courses in radiation physics, biology, safety, radiographic techniques, etc.
• License/Certification: Copy of radiology certification or alternative certification (e.g., DANB RHS) required.
• Span Letter (optional).
• Most recent Performance Appraisal (if relevant).
• If claiming veterans preference, hand in DD-214, VA letter, etc.
• If relying on foreign education, give credential evaluation.

How to Apply

1. Unseal the formal submission portal and with your the official application portal/Login.gov account. If you don't have an account, produce one at www.the authorized submission portal.
2. Finalize the online submission questionnaire. Follow prompts to select your resume and supporting documents.
3. Make sure your resume is two pages or less and assists the specialized know-how described.
4. Upload needed documents (transcripts, certifications, etc.). Documents may obtain up to one hour to evident virus scan.
5. Examine your submission package, finish the Involve Personal Info section, and send in by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/27/2026.

Additional Information

• This is a Frank Recruit Solicitation.
• Agency contact: Army Candidate Help Desk. Address: JT-DD83EZ EUROPE DHN - SHAPE, don’t MAIL, APO, AE 9714 US.
• If you offer an email, you’ll get an acknowledgment of receipt.
• If determined ineligible or not qualified, your submission will obtain no further consideration.
• Reemployed annuitants may be considered; observe Reemployed Annuitant data sheet.
• This role is situated at SHAPE, Belgium. Overseas housing and allowances may put in.
• Telework isn’t eligible; remote perform isn’t open.

About Company

The Department of Defense (DoD) offers medical and dental care to military personnel and their families through Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) managed by the Defense Health Agency (DHA). The SHAPE Dental Clinic in Belgium supports U.S. Forces stationed in Europe.

This role is section of the DHA's commitment to providing high-quality dental services in an overseas setting. You should be ready for the one-of-a-kind aspects of federal employment abroad, such as compliance with host nation needs and the Exceptional Family Participant Plan.