Dental Assistant - Endodontics, College of Dentistry

Description

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 COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu .

• 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.

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 :

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 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.