UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is hiring: Dental Assistant i

Overview

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is hiring a Dental Assistant in the ICE | Oral Health Clinical department. The position is Full-time, Regular, Day Shift, with no sponsorship available. Applications close on 11/01/2025.

Responsibilities

• The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and provide excellent patient care.
• Organize and assist dental hygienists in the delivery of dental procedures in the 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; take/record 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 and in-office whitening.
• Perform daily and routine maintenance of dental hygiene equipment; clean and sterilize dental instruments, supplies, and dental assist units; maintain organization and supply of the sterilization area; establish and maintain an organized, efficient, cost-effective inventory control system; monitor supply levels and re-order with the 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED; completion of a dental assisting training program; minimum of 1 year experience as a dental assistant.
• Must be trained in four-handed dentistry; 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 a CODA-accredited entity; five years minimum experience if trained or license eligible through a non-CODA accredited entity; must be currently licensed/certified in Arkansas as a registered dental assistant; must possess permit for radiography, coronal polishing, and nitrous oxide administration.

Additional Information / Job Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Stand, sit, walk, bend/crawl/crouch/kneel/stoop or reach overhead frequently; lift and carry 25 lbs; push/pull 25 lbs; use hands to touch/handle; talk/hear continuously; read/think analytically; color discrimination and depth/peripheral vision may be required; exposure to biological, chemical, dust, electrical, fumes/gases/odors, radiation, and sharp objects/tools.
• Physical Environment: Inside medical facility; moderate noise; multiple visual requirements; various hazards as listed.
• Background checks: Pre-employment screening and related requirements apply; a criminal history will be evaluated in relation to job responsibilities and business necessity; position is subject to pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification.
• Required Documents: Resume; optional documents as applicable; questions may be directed to askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Benefits & Other Information

• UAMS offers benefits for eligible positions, including health plans, paid leave, education discounts for staff and dependents (undergraduate only), retirement with up to 10% matched contribution, basic life insurance up to $50,000, career training opportunities, merchant discounts, and concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Department: ICE | Oral Health Clinical

Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including admission and employment) on the basis of 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 about Title IX may be directed to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Legal work authority: 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.

Application assistance: For general questions about a job posting, contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site. Please do not send materials to the recruitment contact.

Job Title Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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