Registered Dental Assistant II

Arkansas Children's Hospital • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Registered Dental Assistant II at Arkansas Children's assists the dentist in the treatment and care of dental patients and educates patients in oral hygiene. This full-time position requires 2 years of RDA experience and involves working 40 hours a week over 4 variable days, typically from 7:30 AM to 6 PM, with potential for earlier start times if scheduled for the operating room. The role includes a variety of intermediate-level patient care and laboratory duties, working chairside as dentists examine and treat patients.

Requirements

• Certificate from a college program or technical school approved by the AR State Board of Dental Examiners.
• 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification from the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) certification from the Dental Assistant National Board, Inc.
• Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) certification from the Dental Assistant National Board, Inc.
• 1 year of pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Make patients comfortable in the dental chair and prepare them for treatment.
• Obtain dental records from patients.
• Hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients' mouths dry and clear using suction or other devices.
• Assist the dentist in the operating room as directed.
• Disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Prepare materials for impressions and restorations, take dental x-rays, and process x-ray film as directed by a dentist.
• Ensure operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions, and maintaining equipment inventories.
• Handle instrument cleaning, sterilization/disinfection, and re-circulation.
• Review consent and medical history prior to treatment.
• Maintain dental records documenting assessments and care provided and perform audits as assigned.
• Assist in patient/family education through written and oral explanation.
• Perform oral hygiene within scope of practice.
• Be cross-trained to 2 other specialties within the department.
• Stay knowledgeable of all policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees