Traveling Oral Surgery Dental Assistant - RDA Iowa

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry seeks an Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join our team and travel between nine Iowa locations, including Des Moines and Waterloo. You will assist the Oral Surgeon, maintain sterile environments, and support patients before and after procedures.

The ideal candidate is a licensed RDA in Iowa, with strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and with a team. Training is available for candidates with oral surgery experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in Iowa.
• Experience in oral surgery is a plus, with on-the-job training available.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel between nine Iowa locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the oral surgeon during a variety of surgical procedures.
• Prepare surgical instruments and maintain a sterile environment.
• Take and process radiographs as needed.
• Provide patients with pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed before, during, and after procedures.
• Coordinate care and communicate with the dental teams at each location.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Travel between locations

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

RDA license (Iowa)

Job description

Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry seeks an Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join our team and travel between nine Iowa locations, including Des Moines and Waterloo. You will assist the Oral Surgeon, maintain sterile environments, and support patients before and after procedures.

The ideal candidate is a licensed RDA in Iowa, with strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and with a team. Training is available for candidates with oral surgery experience.