Dental Assistant

About the role

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Dental Assistant to join its Oral Health Clinical Department. This position is part of the Clinical Staff – Medical Ancillary Support team and provides essential assistance in delivering patient‑centered dental care.

Key responsibilities

• Assist dental clinicians in the oral health clinical department.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Support patient intake, documentation, and follow‑up procedures.

Required profile

• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
• Ability to work onsite in Little Rock, AR.

Required skills

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for qualifying staff and families.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement plan with up to 10% matched contribution.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts and concierge prescription delivery on campus.