Dental Assistant - Oral Health Clinic

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Support dentists during procedures
Prepare treatment rooms
Sterilize instruments
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
  • The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and provide excellent patient care.
  • UAMS offers benefits including Health, Dental and Vision plans, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, and education discounts for staff and dependents.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • support dentists during procedures
  • prepare treatment rooms
  • sterilize instruments
  • patient care
  • four-handed dentistry
  • Current Dental Terminology (CDT) codes
  • OSHA regulations
  • Arkansas Dental Practice Act

Nice-to-have

  • organized
  • strong communication skills
  • committed to patient experience

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED
  • completion of a dental assisting training program
  • 1 year of experience as a dental assistant
  • licensed/certified in Arkansas as a registered dental assistant
  • permit for radiography
  • permit for coronal polishing
  • permit for nitrous oxide administration

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter