Dental Assistant, Preventive & Community Dentistry
Join the Preventive & Community Dentistry department at the College of Dentistry and support faculty, residents, and students in delivering quality patient care. Our clinics include the Geriatric and Special Needs Clinic, Faculty General Practice Clinic, and opportunities with our Geriatric Mobile Dental Unit. If you’re passionate about community-focused dentistry, we encourage you to apply!
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu.
Duties
· Prepare and maintain operatories and labs using proper infection control.
· Organize treatment trays, stock and order supplies.
· Assist chairside by passing instruments, manipulating materials, and supporting anesthesia delivery.
· Record exam findings and expose, mount, and label digital radiographs.
· Follow provider instructions during emergencies and perform CPR if needed.
· Provide dental assisting support across all department clinics and maintain confidentiality.
· Set up and maintain portable equipment for Geriatric Mobile Unit as needed.
· Other duties as assigned.
Dental Assistant – GC25 (Merit)
College of Dentistry – Preventive & Community Dentistry
Dental Science Building (Iowa City, IA)
Salary: $46,604.16 (Pay Grade: 08)
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 an 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.
Highly Desirable Qualifications:
· Experience working with special needs patients and/or those who have medical, psychological, or behavioral health challenges, including the frail elderly
· Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Desirable Qualifications:
· Experience working with electronic health records
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.
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.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
