Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant – Part-Time, Mobile Facility-Based Care in Iowa

Company: Dignity Dental Services
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: 1–2 days per week

About the Role

Dignity Dental Network is seeking a part-time dental assistant to support care delivery at designated PACE facilities in Des Moines and Waterloo, Iowa.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a mission-driven model serving geriatric and special care patients in a well-organized, team-based clinical environment. We are looking for an experienced assistant who is adaptable, compassionate, efficient, and comfortable supporting high-quality care outside of a traditional private practice setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during patient care at designated facility sites
• Prepare instruments, materials, and operatory workflow
• Support restorative, surgical, and prosthodontic procedures
• Help maintain accurate documentation within the EHR
• Ensure smooth setup, breakdown, and organization for each clinical day
• Deliver compassionate, professional support to older adults and patients with complex care needs

What We Provide

• Equipment and clinical systems already in place
• Computer and EHR access provided
• Scheduling and operational support provided
• Opportunity to work in a unique and growing care model
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 5 years of dental assisting experience
• Iowa credentials as required
• Strong organizational skills
• Comfortable working with geriatric and special care populations
• Dependable, flexible, and team-oriented
• Experience with surgical or prosthodontic procedures is a plus

Service Areas

• Des Moines, Iowa
• Waterloo, Iowa

This role is ideal for an experienced dental assistant who wants to be part of a growing care model focused on access, dignity, and high-quality care for vulnerable patient populations.

To apply, please send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your dental assisting experience and availability.

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: On the road