Part-Time Dental Assistant — $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Primary Health Care, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Eight paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401k with match

Medical insurance

Job summary

Primary Health Care, Inc. University Clinic in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support dentists and staff with patient care, office and laboratory duties, and to ensure efficient, accurate patient flow and recordkeeping.

The role includes a $1,000 sign-on bonus, a 20-hour workweek (Mon-Fri 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM), mileage/travel considerations, and a robust benefits package with PTO, health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plan options.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited dental assisting program or equivalent training following Iowa Dental Board requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn dental software.
• Excellent customer service, communication skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates positive patient experiences and efficient patient flow.
• Prepares operatory setup and materials for visits.
• Greets patients and documents health history and vital signs.
• Assists provider and supports post-treatment care and patient education.
• Performs dental x-rays and maintains instruments and records.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Empathy

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dental software

Job description

Primary Health Care, Inc. University Clinic in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support dentists and staff with patient care, office and laboratory duties, and to ensure efficient, accurate patient flow and recordkeeping.

The role includes a $1,000 sign-on bonus, a 20-hour workweek (Mon-Fri 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM), mileage/travel considerations, and a robust benefits package with PTO, health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plan options.