Dental Assistant - Clinic Administration

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cleans, and disinfects operatories and instruments per infection control protocols.
• Sets up trays and materials for dental procedures; assists during treatment.
• Takes x-rays, impressions, and performs basic lab work (models, trays, and temps).
• Manages supplies and maintains stocked, organized clinical areas.
• Prepares and supports patients, records vitals and treatment notes.
• Enters data and updates records in electronic health system (axiUm).
• Maintains professionalism, communication, and patient confidentiality.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a CODA accredited dental assistance program or one year full time equivalency in chairside assistant experience assisting in four-handed method of dentistry.
• Current certificate of registration to practice as a dental assistant issued by the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners (QDA).
• Certificate of proficiency in dental radiography (QDA).

Qualifications

• Experience working with a general dentist.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience working with electronic health record.

Skills

• Proficiency in infection control protocols.
• Knowledge of dental radiography techniques.
• Ability to manage clinical areas efficiently.
• Strong communication and patient interaction skills.
• Basic computer skills for electronic health record management.

Benefits

• Exceptional health coverage.
• University-paid life insurance.
• Robust retirement plans.
• Generous leave policies.
• Support services and well-being resources.
• Access to UI Health Care specialists.

Pay

$46,604.16

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:45am – 4:45pm – May require occasional overtime.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with faculty dentists, dental students, and hygienists in a fast-paced, educational clinical setting. You’ll be an essential part of delivering high-quality dental care!