About this role
The University of Iowa’s College of Dentistry is looking for a full-time Dental Assistant to join us as a key member of our team in Endodontics to work alongside faculty and residents. Embrace the opportunity to work in an educational setting where each day offer new challenges and rewards!
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to [email protected].
· Assist Doctors and Graduate students at chairside with Dentistry procedures ranging from examination to root canals, retreatments, and surgical procedures.
· Maintain safe work environment and use appropriate protective equipment observe OSHA guidelines.
· Maintain and restock supplies and maintain a clean, aseptic operatory and laboratory area.
· Expose and process radiographs digital, CBCT scans as requested.
· Ability to operate necessary machines and instruments used in Endodontic Dental Assistant duties.
· Assist in sophomore lab. Take digital radiographs. Distribute supplies.
Dental Assistant – GC25 (Merit)
College of Dentistry – Endodontics
Salary: $46,604.16
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
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)
4. No additional work experience beyond the requirements for this position
5. May require Expanded Functions (EF-1 and/or EF-2) based on specific needs assigned by provider.
Desirable Qualifications:
· Endodontics experience
· Demonstrates excellence in patient care
· Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
· Current DANB Dental Assistant Certification
· Experience with Electronic Health Records
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume (and mark as “Relevant File”) to their submission.
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 [email protected].
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.
Other facts
About University of Iowa
WE CARE Core Values
Welcoming: We strive for an environment where every voice is heard, emphasize, regular communication, and seek transparency wherever possible.
Excellence: We strive to achieve excellence in all that we do.
Collaboration: We believe teamwork is the best way to work.
Accountability: We behave ethically, act openly and with integrity in all that we do, taking responsibility for our actions.
Respect: We honor diversity and recognize the worth and dignity of every person.
Equity: We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness.
Mission
Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
University of Iowa Health Care is changing medicine through:
• Pioneering discovery
• Innovative interprofessional education
• Delivery of superb clinical care
• An extraordinary patient experience in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, team-based environment
University of Iowa Health Care is changing lives by:
• Preventing and curing disease
• Improving health and well-being
Vision
World Class People: Building on our greatest strength.
World Class Medicine: Creating a new standard of excellence in integrated patient care, research, and education.
For Iowa and the World: Making a difference in quality of life and health for generations.
Recognitions/ Awards
In its 2020 rankings of “Best Employer for Diversity," Forbes ranked UI Health Care No. 47 overall among large employers nationwide and No. 10 in its Healthcare & Social category.
What you'll do
- Assist Doctors and Graduate students at chairside with various dental procedures, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and manage supplies. Additionally, expose and process radiographs and assist in the sophomore lab.
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