Dental Specialist in the Army or Army Reserves

THIS JOB REQUIRES ENLISTING/JOINING THE U.S. ARMY AND YOU MUST BE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 17-34 YEARS OLD TO APPLYWork one weekend a month, two weeks a year over the summer in the Army Reserves. The US Army and Army Reserves has multiple vacancies for an entry level Dental Specialist. You do not require prior training or experience in this career field in order to qualify for this position. If you qualify, you will be given a date to attend the 10 week Basic training followed by the 8 week Advanced Individual Training (AIT). You would receive full time Army pay and Benefits while attending training. 16 Nationally Recognized Certifications are available with this training. As a Dental Specialist, you'll receive the specialized training needed to assist Army dentists in the examination and treatment of servicemembers teeth. You'll help the dentist prepare for operations by selecting and arranging instruments and by taking patients dental impressions and X-rays. Youll also manage the dental offices and patient records, perform preventive cleanings, take the patients blood pressure, pulse, and help administer anesthesia when needed.