Treatment Coordinator

Socket.dev; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation/PTO

Paid Holidays

Paid license and CE

Medical, vision and life insurance

Profit sharing bonus plan

Full dental benefits for immediate fam

401(K) retirement plan

Annual uniform allowance

Job summary

Altoona Smiles PC is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our Altoona, IA practice. You will support clinicians, maintain a sterile environment, and help deliver exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities include radiography, charting, patient instruction, and efficient practice operations in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Efficiency & Support: proactive chairside assistance and sterile workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Radiographic & Diagnostic Excellence: high-quality radiographs and iTero scans with proper tooth numbering.
• Accurate notation and coding: complete notes with correct procedure codes at appointment end.
• Patient Experience & Rapport: welcoming, professional care and clear post-op instructions.
• Scheduling Strategy & Production: manage schedule to maximize doctor production; offer same-day care when possible.
• Team Communication & Handoffs: seamless handoffs between clinical team, Care Coordinators, and Front Desk.

Job description

Join the Altoona Smiles PC Team! We’re Looking for a Dental Assistant!

Are you a passionate, friendly, and skilled Dental Assistant looking for your next career adventure? Altoona Smiles PC is on the hunt for a Dental Assistant to help us provide top‑notch care and help create smiles every day! If you thrive in a fast‑paced, patient‑focused environment and want to make a real difference, we want YOU to be part of our incredible team.

JOB DESCRIPTION OF A TREATMENT COORDINATOR

• Clinical Efficiency & Support:Demonstrates proactive chairside assistance by consistently anticipating doctor needs, maintaining a sterile environment, and ensuring seamless instrument hand-offs to maximize workflow.


• Radiographic & Diagnostic Excellence:Captures high-quality, diagnostic radiographs and iTero scans within time standards, ensuring all clinical images are clear, aligned correctly in imaging software, and in correct format with tooth numbering.


• Accurate notation and coding:Accurately completes notes by end of appointment with correct codes walked out for procedures completed.


• Patient Experience & Rapport:Delivers a welcoming and professional patient experience by offering the comfort menu, keeping the patient informed of treatment progress and giving quality post‑op instructions.


• Scheduling Strategy & Production:Actively manages the schedule to maximize doctor production, identifying and filling gaps, and proactively offering same‑day treatment when available.


• Team Communication & Handoffs:Maintains seamless collaboration through consistent, high‑trust handoffs between the clinical team, Care Coordinators, and the Front Desk to ensure continuity of care.


• Operational Preparation (Huddles & Lab):Demonstrates thorough daily preparation by participating in morning huddles, reviewing production goals, and ensuring all lab cases are ready and properly processed.


• Clinical Infection Control:Adheres strictly to sterilization and safety protocols. Keeps clinical areas stocked and prepared.


• Utilizes Expanded Functions Properly:Manages specialized tasks like temporary crowns or nitrous monitoring with precision.


• Flex Position:Stays engaged and productive in this position. Helps assist other team members when needed.

Why Altoona Smiles PC?

• Career Growth– Opportunities to learn and advance within the practice.


• Positive Work Culture– Join a team that values each individual and supports your success.


• Comprehensive Benefits– Competitive salary, health benefits, and more.


• Cutting-Edge Equipment– Work with the latest technology to provide a great patient experience.


• Patient First– Join a practice that genuinely cares about improving patients’ lives.

Benefits to you:

• Paid Vacation/PTO


• Paid Holidays


• Paid license and CE


• Medical, vision and life insurance


• Profit sharing bonus plan


• Full dental benefits for immediate family


• 401(K) retirement plan


• Annual uniform allowance

Ready to make an impact with us? At Altoona Smiles PC, we’re not just a dental office—we’re a family dedicated to making every smile brighter. Let’s build something amazing together!

Check us out at: www.Altoonasmiles.com and on social media at Altoona Smiles PC.