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Registered Dental Assistant

Job in Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, 72208, USA
Listing for: Arkansas Children's
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-07
Job specializations:
  • Dental / Dentistry
    Dentistry / General Dentist, Healthcare Consultant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Registered Dental Assistant I

Work Shift

Please see job description for details.

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC015060 Dental Clinic

Summary

work schedule:
Tuesday-Friday 7:30am-6pm (1-2 days each week will have an earlier start time of 6:30am)

Additional Information

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

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) - 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.
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