Dental Assistant

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Closing Date:

09/22/2025

Type of Position:

Other Health Care - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | Oral Health Clinical

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Dental Assistant plays a key role in supporting dentists and hygienists in delivering high-quality oral care to patients. This position involves preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, assisting during procedures, and providing chairside support to ensure patient comfort and efficient workflow.

Qualifications:

Minimum 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.

Additional Information:

Job Requirements:

This Dental Assistant position is focused on providing direct clinical support to providers and patients, as well as assisting with essential administrative duties to ensure smooth daily operations.

• 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.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Balancing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing

Benefits Eligible: