Dental Assistant – Patient-Focused Practice

Kimball and Beecher; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid license renewal

CPR, OSHA, and HIPAA training

Free dental care for employees

Yearly tenure PTO bonus

Job summary

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry in Bettendorf, IA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support our dental team. The ideal candidate will have a dependable, compassionate, and organized approach, helping to ensure a positive experience for our patients.

You will assist during procedures, prepare treatment areas, maintain accurate patient records, and contribute to a welcoming environment. Full-time team members are eligible for various benefits including medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Dependable, compassionate, and excited to be part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures.
• Prepare operatories and instruments before appointments.
• Seat and prepare patients for treatment.
• Take dental radiographs as permitted.
• Assist with four-handed dentistry.
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment instructions.
• Maintain patient charts and documentation.
• Keep treatment rooms clean and organized.
• Communicate effectively with the dental team.
• Provide a welcoming patient experience.

Skills

Dependable

Organized

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Patient communication

Eager to learn

Education

Iowa Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential

Job description

Dental Assistant - Bettendorf, IA

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry - Bettendorf

Looking for a dental assisting position where you can work with a great team, build your clinical skills, and make a difference in patients' experiences?

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry is hiring a Dental Assistantto join our Bettendorf, Iowa team. We're looking for someone who is dependable, compassionate, organized, and excited to be part of a collaborative dental practice.

Whether you already have dental assisting experience or are looking to begin a career in dentistry, we're open to training the right person who brings a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Your Role

As a Dental Assistant, you'll support our dentists and clinical team throughout the patient visit. You'll help keep appointments running smoothly while making sure patients feel comfortable and well cared for.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist dentists during restorative, preventive, and other dental procedures
• Prepare operatories, instruments, and materials before patient appointments
• Seat and prepare patients for treatment
• Take dental radiographs as trained and permitted
• Assist with chairside procedures and four-handed dentistry
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control procedures
• Provide patients with oral hygiene education and post-treatment instructions
• Maintain accurate patient charts and clinical documentation
• Keep treatment rooms clean, organized, and properly stocked
• Communicate with dentists, hygienists, and other members of the dental team
• Help provide a welcoming, comfortable, and professional patient experience

What Makes You a Great Fit

We're looking for someone who:

• Has an Iowa Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential, preferred but not required
• Has previous dental assisting experience, preferred but not required
• Is dependable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Communicates well with patients and coworkers
• Works well in a team environment
• Is comfortable in a busy clinical setting
• Takes pride in providing excellent patient care
• Is eager to learn and develop new dental assisting skills
• Brings a positive attitude to the workplace

Benefits & Perks

Full-time team members are eligible for:

• Medical insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid license renewal
• CPR, OSHA, and HIPAA training
• Free dental care for employees and immediate family members
• Yearly tenure PTO bonus

Why Kimball & Beecher?

Kimball & Beecher is a privately owned dental group with 10 locations throughout Iowa. We provide comprehensive dental care ranging from preventive and restorative dentistry to advanced treatments such as implants and Invisalign.

We believe a strong dental practice starts with a strong team. Our goal is to create a workplace where employees feel supported, respected, and valued while having opportunities to grow their skills and careers.

At our Bettendorf office, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced dental professionals in a patient-focused environment where teamwork matters.