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Dental Assistant
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Jones Family Dentistry
Iowa City, IA (In Person)
$48,789 Salary, Full-Time
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Dental Assistant Jones Family Dentistry Iowa City, IA Job Details Full-time $18 - $25 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Retirement plan Qualifications Dental assisting Computer literacy Surgery Medical records Patient care Documentation review Full Job Description We are looking to hire a hard working and energetic dental assistant / administrative assistant who will make the office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be committed to a team approach with an outgoing and highly motivated personality. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. Responsibilities Welcome patients in the dental office Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records This position will also include some administrative tasks such as: Answer and direct phone calls, assist in the preparation of reports, billing, statements, filing insurance claims, assist patients as they check in and out, etc. Skills Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) Willing to train on the job