Dental Assistant - Oral Health Clinic

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Four-handed dentistry training
Current dental terminology codes knowledge
Osha regulations compliance
The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and provide excellent patient care

Job Summary

  • The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and provide excellent patient care.
  • Candidates must be currently licensed/certified in the State of Arkansas as a registered dental assistant with specific expanded function permits.
  • UAMS offers benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and education discounts for staff.

Matching Summary

The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and provide excellent patient care.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Four-handed dentistry training
  • Current Dental Terminology codes knowledge
  • OSHA regulations compliance
  • Arkansas Dental Practice Act knowledge
  • Radiography permit required
  • Coronal polishing permit required
  • Nitrous oxide administration permit

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills
  • Organized and efficient
  • Commitment to patient comfort
  • Excellent patient care experience

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED plus dental assisting training program completion
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a dental assistant
  • Must be currently licensed/certified in Arkansas as a registered dental assistant
  • Permit for radiography, coronal polishing, and nitrous oxide administration
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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