Dental Assistant - Clinic Administration

Come join our team at the College of Dentistry’s Clinic Administration department as a Dental Assistant! 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!

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu.

Responsibilities:  

·         Prepares, cleans, and disinfects operatories and instruments per infection control protocols.

·         Set 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.

·         And More!

Dental Assistant – GC25 (Merit)

College of Dentistry – Clinic Administration

Salary: $46,604.16

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

An advanced starting salary may be possible based on exceptional qualifications.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

1.      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.

2.      Must have a current certificate of registration to practice as a dental assistant issued by the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners. (QDA)

3.      Must possess current Iowa certificate of proficiency in dental radiography. (QDA)

Desirable Qualifications:

·         Experience working with a general dentist.

·         Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

·         Experience working with electronic health record.

Position and Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a Resume (and mark as “Relevant File”) to the submission, Cover Letter is recommended, and 3 Names of Professional Reference may be requested at a later date. 

Position NOT eligible for University Sponsorship of Employment Authorization.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days.  This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.  For questions or additional information, please contact COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

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Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. 

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