Dental Assistant - Clinic Administration

Dental Assistant - Clinic Administration

Come join our team at the College of Dentistry’s Clinic Administration department as a Dental Assistant! In this role, you’ll work side‑by‑side with faculty dentists, dental students, and hygienists in a fast‑paced, educational clinical setting. You’ll be an essential part of delivering high‑quality dental care!

• Prepares, cleans, and disinfects operatories and instruments per infection control protocols.
• Set up trays and materials for dental procedures; assists during treatment.
• Takes x-rays, impressions, and performs basic lab work (models, trays, and temps).
• Manages supplies and maintains stocked, organized clinical areas.
• Prepares and supports patients, records vitals and treatment notes.
• Enters data and updates records in electronic health system (axiUm).
• Maintains professionalism, communication, and patient confidentiality.
• And More!

Position NOT eligible for University Sponsorship of Employment Authorization.

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a Resume (and mark as “Relevant File”) to the submission; a Cover Letter is recommended, and 3 names of professional references may be requested at a later date.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact COD-Requisition swa.edu.

Successful candidates will be required to self‑disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

About Iowa:

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.

Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university‑paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well‑being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world‑class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top‑ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Appointment Type:
  Merit
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time
• Work Modality Options:
  On Campus

Compensation

• Starting Salary Minimum: 46604.16

Contact Information

• Organization:
  College of Dentistry
• Contact Name: COD-Requisition swa.edu
• Contact Email: COD-Requisition swa.edu

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services,  or fsds. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at .