Dental Assistant

Endodontics, P.C.
Ankeny, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2024 CLOSED ON 3/5/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Endodontics, P.C.?

Endo PC is looking for a Registered Dental Assistant to support in performing root canal therapy and related services. Full-time, 4 days/week, health insurance, 401k, and other benefits and perks available. This position will be in our primarily in our Ankeny and West Des Moines offices.

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, reliable, and interested in providing outstanding patient care. Key activities include:

  • Demonstrating complete knowledge of dental terminology, dental instruments, and proper tray setups.
  • Readying treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
  • Preparing patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
  • Sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area, positioning instruments for dentist's access, suctioning, and passing instruments.
  • Documenting dental care services by charting in digital patient records.
  • Upholding patient confidence and protecting operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Protecting patients and co-workers by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
  • Performing dental x-rays (Dexis digital radiography) and lab procedures to support patient care.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and compensation requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • No nights
  • No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

  • Ankeny, IA 50023: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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