Registered Dental Assistant

Bravere; Wynne (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k with company match

Uniform allowance

PTO and paid holidays

Growth and leadership opportunities

Job summary

Bravere Dental Care in Wynne, AR seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists, keep patient flow smooth, and create a positive experience. You will prepare operatories, anticipate needs, and assist with a variety of procedures while maintaining a clean, organized clinical environment.

You will greet patients, update histories, explain care plans, and document treatments. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety and privacy standards in a community-focused practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• RDA credential with Arkansas State Board or eligibility within 30 days of hire.
• Current CPR/BLS certification approved by ASBDE.
• Arkansas-approved training for expanded functions (X-ray, coronal polishing, nitrous monitoring).
• Adherence to OSHA, CDC, HIPAA, and Arkansas infection-control requirements.
• Basic dental terminology, instruments, and chairside techniques.
• Confidentiality and patient-privacy compliance.
• Basic computer proficiency and dental software use.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance for exams, fillings, extractions, crowns, and other treatments.
• Anticipate and support the dentist’s needs for efficient care.
• Take dental radiographs and intraoral photos per Arkansas requirements.
• Prepare treatment rooms with trays, instruments, and materials.
• Mix materials, manage instruments, and perform allowed procedures.
• Document treatment notes and services in patient records.
• Escort patients and provide postoperative instructions.
• Monitor patient flow to keep the schedule on time.
• Greet patients, update health histories, and explain care plans.
• Chart treatments and maintain accurate documentation.
• Notify team members about follow-up needs.
• Keep operatories clean, stocked, and organized.
• Disinfect rooms per OSHA/CDC; sterilize instruments.
• Maintain sterilization logs and ensure compliance.
• Manage lab cases and equipment maintenance.
• Support recall system and patient records management.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Radiography

Sterilization

HIPAA compliance

Patient communication

Education

RDA credential (Arkansas)

CPR/BLS certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Position Overview:

Dental Assistants at Dental Care play a vital role in supporting our dentists, ensuring smooth patient flow, and creating a positive experience for every individual who enters the practice. You help keep the back office running efficiently by preparing operatories, anticipating provider needs, staying proactive during procedures, and contributing to a clean, organized, and supportive clinical environment.

You are often the team member patients feel most comfortable with - someone who builds trust, brings calm to busy moments, and ensures each patient understands their care. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a team-first mindset. Our goal at Bravere Dental Care is to provide timely, compassionate, community-based care, and our Dental Assistants are key partners in achieving that mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Chairside Assistance & Clinical Support

• Provide chairside assistance for all dental procedures, including exams, fillings, extractions, crowns, and other treatments.
• Anticipate and support the dentist’s needs to ensure efficient, seamless care.
• Take dental radiographs (x-rays) and intraoral photos in accordance with Arkansas Dental Practice Act requirements.
• Prepare treatment rooms by setting up trays, instruments, and materials before each patient.
• Mix dental materials, manage instruments, and perform allowable procedures under Arkansas scope of practice.
• Document accurate treatment notes and services rendered in the patient record.
• Escort patients to and from the operatory and provide clear postoperative instructions.
• Monitor patient flow and communicate with the team to keep the schedule running on time.

Patient Management

• Greet patients, monitor arrival times, and ensure they feel welcomed and supported.
• Review and update patient health histories in accordance with office and state protocols.
• Help patients feel comfortable, answer questions, and ensure they understand their care plan.
• Chart patient treatment and support accurate, complete documentation.
• Notify the appropriate team member if follow-up is recommended after an appointment.

Treament Room Management & Sterilization

• Keep operatories clean, stocked, and organized at all times.
• Clean and disinfect treatment rooms following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Sterilize instruments and handpieces according to OSHA and office protocols.
• Maintain sterilization logs and ensure compliance with documentation requirements.
• Manage dental laboratory cases, including sending, receiving, and tracking.
• Maintain equipment through scheduled preventative maintenance and ensure emergency kits and nitrous/oxygen tanks are ready for use.

Records Management

• Securely store & manage patient records in compliance with HIPAA and Arkansas regulations.
• File patient information, radiographs, and charts accurately.
• Prepare charts for upcoming appointments and assist with referral and lab tracking.
• Support administration of the recall system as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential with the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners or eligibility to obtain registration within the required timeframe, (30 days of hire).
• Current CPR/BLS certification approved by the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Completion of Arkansas-approved training for any expanded functions the assistant will perform, such as:
  • Dental radiography (X-ray certification)
  • Coronal polishing permit
  • Nitrous oxide monitoring permit
  • Any additional permit required by ASBDE
• Ability to adhere to OSHA, CDC, HIPAA, and Arkansas infection-control requirements.
• Competence in basic dental terminology, clinical instruments, and chairside assisting techniques.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow all federal and state patient-privacy laws.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to work in dental software systems.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday – Thursday, working office hours
• 30 – 40 hours per week

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision + company contribution
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401k + company match
• Uniform allowance
• Growth and leadership opportunities