Dental Assistant

Buffalo Prairie Dental - Keokuk; Keokuk (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401K

PTO

Job summary

Buffalo Prairie Dental - Keokuk is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support our patient-centered practice in Keokuk, IA. You will assist the Dentist during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, take X-rays, and help ensure a smooth, positive patient experience.

We value organizational skills, clear communication, and a willingness to learn. This full-time position offers a collaborative team, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits, with a stable schedule across 36-40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal relationship building skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dentist during treatment procedures.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas.
• Take and process dental X-rays. Complete digital scans as needed.
• Keep the operatories organized and patient ready for an exceptional experience.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
• Manage sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Support the team with other tasks as needed to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Dental assisting

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Dental terminology

Job description

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Location: Keokuk, IA

Employment Type: Full Time

Are you a motivated and caring individual looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive and patient focused practice? Buffalo Prairie Dental is excited to welcome a new team member who shares our passion for delivering exceptional dental care and creating a positive experience for every patient who walks through our doors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
• Take and process dental X-rays. Complete digital scans as needed.
• Keep the operatories organized and patient ready for an exceptional experience.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
• Manage sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Support the team with other tasks as needed to ensure smooth operations.

Why Choose Us?

We know that a great team deserves great rewards. When you join us as a Dental Assistant, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including:
• Medical Insurance
• 401K
• Dental Coverage for you and your family
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Stable and Consistent 36-40 hours per week
• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm
• Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
• Positive, Collaborative Environment – Be part of a team that values your contributions and works together to make a difference.

What we are looking for........

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experiencepreferred, but we welcome eager and motivated individuals who are willing to learn on the job too!
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal relationship building skills
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Hardworking and dependable
• Comprehensive dental knowledge and ability to effectively communicate dental terminology with patients is a plus
• Willingness to go above and beyond assisting our patients in accordance with the training you receive to ensure patients receive the best possible service!

The team has served the Keokuk, IA community for decades and they are ready to help you thrive in your career while you do what you love. Let us show you what makes our practice & team different from any other job you've had …. This is a career that will change your life!

Thanks,

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• PTO