Description

The Iowa Primary Care Association is actively recruiting a Dental Assistant to provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) in Marshalltown, Iowa! The team in Marshalltown is expanding and looking to add a new DA to work alongside a new Dentist starting in June 2026.

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 8:00am-5:00pm
• Provider team includes: 2 Dentists with 2:1 DA to Dentist ratio
• Operatories/Exam Rooms:
• EHR: Ochin Epic
• Eligible for $2000 sign-on bonus ($500 at hire, $500 at 6 months, & $1000 at 1 year)

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $19.00-27.98 per hour ($20.55-30.86 per hour for Expanded Functions)
• Licensing and Professional Subscriptions: Reimbursement provided.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending available.
• Paid Time Off: Accrual starting at 4 weeks per year + 8 paid holidays
• Retirement Plans: 401k with 4% company 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!

Requirements

• 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