Dental Imaging & Sterilization Specialist (X-ray Certified)

Community Health Care, Inc.; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthy work/life balance (Monday–to–F

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Competitive compensation with bonus

FREE prescription medication for an} 1

Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, &1

Employer-paid life and disability保险

YMCA Discount Program

Retirement plan with employer matching

Job summary

Community Health Care, Inc. is seeking a dental assistant to support radiography, instrument care, and patient documentation. The role emphasizes strict infection control, instrument processing, and accurate charting for diverse procedures including urgent care.

The ideal candidate holds Iowa radiography qualifications, an approved radiation seminar, and CPR certification, with adherence to consent processes for various dental procedures.

Qualifications

• State Board-approved radiation seminar certification to operate dental X-ray equipment.
• Registered in Iowa with Radiography qualification and CPR certification.
• Education either four-hour radiation seminar or student status.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sterilize, and sharpen dental instruments.
• Oil and clean equipment.
• Follow infection control recommendations and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various consents (oral surgery, papoose, endo, etc.).
• Take dental X-ray photographs; develop and mount X-ray films (including for urgent care patients).
• Prepare and file case histories and treatment records, ensuring charts are up-to-date.

Skills

CPR certification

Infection control knowledge

X-ray photography skills

Education

State Board-approved radiation seminar certification to operate dental X-ray equipment

Job description

Community Health Care, Inc. is seeking a dental assistant to support radiography, instrument care, and patient documentation. The role emphasizes strict infection control, instrument processing, and accurate charting for diverse procedures including urgent care.

The ideal candidate holds Iowa radiography qualifications, an approved radiation seminar, and CPR certification, with adherence to consent processes for various dental procedures.