Dental Assistant-Expected start date May 2026

Peoples Community Health Clinic•Waterloo, IA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Dental Assistant, under supervision of professional dental staff, performs para-professional dental functions and receptionist functions. Performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission of Peoples Community Health Clinic.

Requirements

Completion of Dental Assisting program or is of registered or student status.
Strong analytical, critical and problem-solving skills
Self-motivated to develop and maintain own competence as it pertains to the position.
Working knowledge of MS Office Products (ex. Outlook, Excel, Word) and Windows Platform. Must be comfortable moving within Dental program software and/or an EHR computer system regularly.
Ability to work with diverse groups of people
Ability to work with a large degree of independence and respond calmly in stressful situations
Communication – listening, speaking, writing, and reading comprehension
Skilled in planning, organizing, adaptability, attentiveness to detail and flexibility of assignment.
Maintains strict confidence
Board approved study and examination in the areas of radiography, infection control, hazardous materials and jurisprudence.
Current BLS or CPR/First Aid certification
Mandatory reporter training for child and dependent adult abuse certificate

Nice To Haves

One-year dental assisting experience preferred.
Current Iowa QDA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist dental staff and providers with patient care including maintaining the cleanliness and supplies of the clinical area.
Maintains and reviews dental records.
Perform clerical duties related to patient appointments including:
Front desk reception functions within the dental department.
Schedules patient appointments in person and by phone
Verifies patient appointments are completed, such as radiographs, examination, treatment, and referral.
Assists with patient accounts functions.
Supports a service-oriented atmosphere in accordance with Peoples Community Health Clinic Mission and Philosophy.
Follows PCHC policies and procedures.
Develops and maintains competencies required for licensure requirements.
Works to improve work processes and clinical outcomes including health disparity and quality improvement collaborative.
Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.
Assists in control of Peoples Community Health Clinic resources.