Dental Assistant – Community Health Center Impact

Community Health Center; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance package

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Community Health Center of Fort Dodge, Inc. in Spencer, IA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists during examinations and treatments, prepare patients, and maintain a clean, organized environment.

You will also manage patient records in Epic EHR and participate in a team-focused healthcare setting. The role requires 1–2 years of experience, a high school diploma, and CPR certification, with EFDA preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an accredited dental assistant program is required.
• EFDA certification is preferred.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during examinations and procedures, passing instruments and handling suction devices.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and set up equipment.
• Take dental X-rays, apply topical anesthetics, and remove sutures as directed.
• Document patient information and treatment plans in the Epic EHR, ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Accredited dental assistant program

EFDA certification (preferred)

CPR certification

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Community Health Center of Fort Dodge, Inc. in Spencer, IA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists during examinations and treatments, prepare patients, and maintain a clean, organized environment.

You will also manage patient records in Epic EHR and participate in a team-focused healthcare setting. The role requires 1–2 years of experience, a high school diploma, and CPR certification, with EFDA preferred.