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Dental Assistant
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Iowa City Family Dentistry
Iowa City, IA (In Person)
$45,669 Salary, Full-Time
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Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Growing general dental practice seeking a friendly, upbeat, motivated team player for a position as a clinical assistant. We are looking for a positive individual with a strong work ethic whose primary responsibility is chairside assisting and treatment of our patients. The position requires great verbal skills, attention to detail, and great customer service skills. A previous dental background is required. Iowa City Family Dentistry offers free dental care, scrub allowance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and a flexible work environment for qualified candidates. Please submit a current resume for consideration AND a paragraph within your cover letter stating why you would be a great member of our team. We are a small office looking for the right person to join our team. Thanks! Responsibilities Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures Setup and breakdown operatory post treatment Take dental radiographs (x-rays) Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health Perform various office tasks Scheduling patients Ordering supplies Complete recalls for patients Explaining treatment plans for patients Submitting pre-authorizations for insurance