Hygiene Assistant

Smile Brands Inc.; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Brands Inc. in Dubuque, Iowa, is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dental team during procedures, prepare instruments, and maintain a clean, organized operatory.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, a caring demeanor, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include assisting during surgeries, preparing materials, taking digital X-rays with Dexis software, updating patient records, and educating patients on post-treatment care.

Qualifications

• CPR certified (or willing to obtain upon hire)
• Iowa RDA preferred (or willing to obtain within 12 months)

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including surgeries, fillings, cleanings, and other treatments.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment before, during, and after patient treatment.
• Take digital dental X-rays accurately using dexis software.
• Prepare materials for dental procedures (e.g., fillings, impressions, crowns).
• Provide chairside assistance, ensuring patients are comfortable and informed.
• Record and update patient medical histories and treatment plans in the dental software.
• Manage dental instruments and tools, passing them to the dentist as needed during procedures.
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Iowa RDA preferred

CPR certification or willingness to obtain

Tools

Dexis software

Job description

Overview

Here at Midwest Dental supported by Smile Brands we understand the demands of dentistry and the day to day demands that come with treating patients all day long, so we provide an excellent support system, training, and teamwork to make work more enjoyable. We are proud of exceptional teamwork and unite to work fairly and productively to get the job done. In this Dental Assistant opportunity, you will support the dental team in delivering high-quality patient care by assisting during dental procedures, preparing instruments, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a caring and professional demeanor, ability to start within a month and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule (days/hours)

M-Th 7:30-5

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including surgeries, fillings, cleanings, and other treatments.


• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment before, during, and after patient treatment.


• Take digital dental X-rays accurately using dexis software.


• Prepare materials for dental procedures (e.g., fillings, impressions, crowns).


• Provide chairside assistance, ensuring patients are comfortable and informed.


• Record and update patient medical histories and treatment plans in the dental software.


• Manage dental instruments and tools, passing them to the dentist as needed during procedures.


• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene.

Qualifications

• CPR certified (or willing to obtain upon hire)


• Iowa RDA preferred (or willing to obtain within 12 months)

Compensation

$19-$23/hr

About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].