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 [email protected].

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

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

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Dental Assistant
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 08
• Starting Salary Minimum: 46604.16

Contact Information

• Organization: College of Dentistry
• Contact Name: [email protected]
• Contact Email: [email protected]