Dental Assistant Prn - Oral Health Clinic

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Four-handed dentistry training
Current arkansas dental license
Radiography and coronal polishing permit
The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures while preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments

Job Summary

  • The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures while preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments.
  • Candidates must possess a current Arkansas license and specific permits for radiography, coronal polishing, and nitrous oxide administration.
  • The role involves educating patients on oral hygiene, performing assessments, and maintaining an organized inventory system.

Matching Summary

The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures while preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Not specified for this temporary position

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Four-handed dentistry training
  • Current Arkansas dental license
  • Radiography and coronal polishing permit
  • Nitrous oxide administration certification
  • OSHA regulations knowledge
  • CDT codes proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills
  • Organized workflow management
  • Patient comfort focus
  • Team collaboration mindset

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED plus dental assisting program completion
  • Minimum 1 year of dental assistant experience
  • Active Registered Dental Assistant license in Arkansas
  • Permits for radiography, coronal polishing, and nitrous oxide
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US

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