University of Arkansas System is hiring: Dental Assistant in Little Rock

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and provide excellent patient care. The ideal candidate should be organized, have strong communication skills, and be committed to ensuring a comfortable and positive experience for every patient.

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess high school diploma/GED. Candidate must have completed a dental assisting training program and possess a minimum of 1 year experience as a dental assistant.
• Candidate must meet the training and experience qualifications in order to be considered and are advised to contact the training facility/source to verify accreditation status.
• Must be trained in four-handed dentistry; Must possess thorough working knowledge of Current Dental Terminology (CDT) codes; OSHA regulations; and the Arkansas Dental Practice Act.
• One year minimum experience as a registered dental assistant required if trained at CODA-accredited entity; Five years minimum experience if trained or made license eligible through a non-CODA accredited entity Must be currently licensed/certified in the State of Arkansas as a registered dental assistant; must possess permit for the following expanded functions: 1) radiography, 2) coronal polishing, and 3) nitrous oxide administration.

Job Requirements

• Organize and assist dental hygienists in the delivery of dental procedures in Oral Health Clinic;
• Guide hygiene patients through dental processes prior to treatment, educate patients in oral hygiene instruction, and provide postoperative instructions;
• Perform assessments that include obtaining and reviewing patient health histories and taking/recording blood pressure and other vital signs;
• Perform appropriate dental charting and treatment documentation in the electronic record;
• Expose and process dental radiographs of diagnostic quality;
• Administer nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia and monitor sedation cases;
• Perform coronal polishing;
• Perform in-office whitening.
• Perform daily and routine maintenance of dental hygiene equipment as assigned;
• Clean and sterilize dental instruments, supplies, and dental assist units and maintain organization and supply of sterilization area;
• Establish and maintain an organized, efficient, cost-effective inventory control system, continually monitoring supply levels and re-ordering by working with assigned purchaser;
• Maintain stock of daily supplies in all hygiene clinic rooms
• Review daily schedules and resolve conflicts as necessary;
• Perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties (answer telephones, make appointments, and other duties as assigned);
• Assist with front desk/business administration duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Stand: Frequently
Sit: Occasionally
Walk: Frequently
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently
Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs
Push and pull weight: 25 lbs
Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
Talk: Continuously
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
Noise Level: Moderate
Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity
Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.