Arkansas Children's Hospital·Little Rock, Arkansas
Assists dentists in the treatment and care of dental patients while providing education on oral hygiene. Performs clinical duties including taking x-rays, sterilizing instruments, and maintaining dental equipment.
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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Time Type: Full time
30am - 6:00pm (1-2 days per week will have 6:30am start)
Most new hires start between $17.20-$21.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
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.
Required education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Associate's degree or technical certificate in a related field of study.
Entry Level - Experience not Required.
Clinics - Related_1 year Pediatric experience
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners
Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) - Dental Assistant National Board, Inc
1. Makes patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepares them for treatment, and obtains their dental records.
2. Assistants hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
3. Assists Dentist in the operating room as directed.
4. Disinfects instruments and equipment, prepares trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instructs patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
5. Prepares materials for impressions and restorations, takes dental x-rays, and processes x-ray film as directed by a dentist.
6. 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.
7. Handles instrument cleaning, sterilization/disinfection and re-circulation. Performs dental room/chair disinfection.
8. Reviews consent and medical history prior to treatment.
9. Reviews and maintains dental records documenting assessments and care provided.
10. Assists in patient/family education through written and oral explanation.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification from the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners. Entry-level candidates are accepted, though pediatric experience and CPFDA certification are recommended.
Market context
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