Come join our team at the College of Dentistrys Clinic Administration department as a Dental Assistant! In this role youll work side-by-side with faculty dentists dental students and hygienists in a fast-paced educational clinical setting. Youll be an essential part of delivering high-quality dental care!
For a full job description please send an e-mail to .
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: $46604.16
Schedule: Monday Friday 7:45am 4:45pm May require occasional overtime.
An advanced starting salarymaybe 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 .
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
About Iowa:
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community where your work directly impacts education research and student success.
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.
Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium Big Ten athletics top-ranked public schools and outdoor recreation.
Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
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