Registered Dental Assistant I

Arkansas Children's; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider is looking for a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dental procedures, patient care, and education at their clinic. This full-time role involves chairside assistance and ensuring the comfort and safety of dental patients. Ideal candidates will possess a dental assistant certificate and a passion for pediatric care.

Qualifications

• Entry Level - Experience Not Required.
• Pediatric experience recommended.
• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists dentist in treatment and care of dental patients.
• Performs patient care and laboratory duties.
• Maintains dental records and educates patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Oral Hygiene Education

Equipment Maintenance

Education

Certificate from college program or technical school

Job description

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ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC015060 Dental Clinic

Summary:

Monday-Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Registered Dental Assistant I assists the dentist in the treatment and care of dental patients and assists in educating patients in oral hygiene. Performs a variety of patient care, and laboratory duties, and works chairside as dentists examine and treat patients.

Additional Information:

Monday-Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Required Education:

Certificate from college program or technical school approved by the AR State Board of Dental Examiners

Recommended Education:

Required Work Experience:

Entry Level - Experience Not Required.

Recommended Work Experience:

Clinics - Related_1 year Pediatric experience

Required Certifications:

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) (formerly CDA) - Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners

Recommended Certifications:

Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) - Dental Assistant National Board, Inc

Description

• Makes patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepares them for treatment, and obtains their dental records.
• Assistants hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
• Assists Dentist in the operating room as directed.
• Disinfects instruments and equipment, prepares trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instructs patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Prepares materials for impressions and restorations, takes dental x-rays, and processes x-ray film as directed by a dentist.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Handles instrument cleaning, sterilization/disinfection and re-circulation. Performs dental room/chair disinfection.
• Reviews consent and medical history prior to treatment.
• Reviews and maintains dental records documenting assessments and care provided.
• Assists in patient/family education through written and oral explanation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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