Dental Assistant: Training, Growth, and Team Care

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K match

Paid time off

License renewal

CPR/OSHA/HIPAA training

Free dental care for staff

Yearly tenure PTO bonus

Job summary

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring a Dental Assistant, welcoming both experienced RDAs and individuals eager to begin a career in dentistry. We provide training and a supportive team.

You will assist dentists, prepare rooms, take radiographs through our training program, maintain infection control, educate patients, and help ensure a positive patient experience for every patient.

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in the State of Iowa is preferred, but not required.
• We welcome experienced dental assistants and are happy to train motivated individuals new to the dental field.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• A passion for providing outstanding patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and the clinical team during a variety of dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.
• Take dental radiographs (or learn to do so through our training program).
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control protocols.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and provide pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Help create a positive, comfortable experience for every patient.
• Maintain accurate patient records and support the clinical team as needed.

Skills

RDA Iowa

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring a Dental Assistant, welcoming both experienced RDAs and individuals eager to begin a career in dentistry. We provide training and a supportive team.

You will assist dentists, prepare rooms, take radiographs through our training program, maintain infection control, educate patients, and help ensure a positive patient experience for every patient.