Dental Assistant *Sign On Bonus Available*

The Iowa Primary Care Association is actively recruiting a full-time Dental Assistant to provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) in Ames, Iowa!

What is a community health center (FQHC)?

The largest source of comprehensive primary care for underserved communities and populations.  

With an integrated care model that includes medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, patients can access comprehensive, coordinated services often under one roof. 

Role Details:

• Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. with a half day off per week. This position will work 3 days per week in the Ames clinic and 1.5 days per week in the Marshalltown clinic.
• Sees on average 13 patients per day
• Provider team includes: ratio is 2 DAs to 1 Dentist + 1 DA for center aisle at each clinic
• Operatories/Exam Rooms: 12
• EHR: Ochin Epic

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $19.00-$25.50 per hour based upon experience with additional available for expanded functions candidates.
• $2000 Sign-On Bonus available. $500 at time of hire, $500 at 6 months, & $1000 at 1-year anniversary.
• Licensing and Professional Subscriptions: Reimbursement provided.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, discounts on pet insurance, and flexible spending available.
• Paid time off for continuing education & continuing education reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement also available.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accrual (up to 4 weeks in the first year) plus paid holidays
• Retirement Plans: 401k with employer match
• Malpractice Insurance: FTCA Malpractice Insurance coverage.

Join us in making a difference in the community while enjoying a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment!

• Completion of accredited dental assisting program or equivalent training meeting Iowa Dental Board requirements.
• Current QDA Registration through the Iowa Dental Board
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required