Oral Surgeon

Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Full time Department: CC603001 ACMG ACH Clinical Operations Summary: Specializes in surgeries of the mouth, gums, teeth, neck and jaws. Consult with patients about treatment options, perform surgeries and keep abreast of the latest advances in surgical and dental technology. Additional Information: Required Education: Dental Doctorate Degree - Doctor or Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine of Dentistry (DMD) Recommended Education: Required Work Experience: Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: Recommended Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Arkansas Dental License - Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners, Basic Life Support CPR for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) - American Heart Association, Oral Surgeon License - Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association Description 1. Coordinate the preparation of reports and written documentation as required by the department, company and State and Federal agencies. Maintain proper, detailed and accurate dental records. 2. Travels between clinics to work, as needed. Willingness to be on-call, as scheduled, by the Dental Director/ Assistant Dental Director. 3. Willingness to assist Clinic Manager/Dental Manager in supervising the dental staff and assuring that clinic is compliant with State and Federal guidelines. Meet productivity goals, as set by the Arkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital organization and assist the Clinic Manager and dental staff to accomplish that goal. 4. Maintain a professional demeanor with patients, staff and administration. Supervise Dental Assistants with whom he/she works. 5. Perform other tasks, as directed by the Dental Director/ Assistant Dental Director, as needed to meet clinic or organization goals 6. Examine, diagnose and treat dental conditions to provide optimum care to patients. 7. Consult and educate the patient/parent/guardian and advise them of dental status and required treatment, the risks, benefits and alternatives of each option. 8. Consulting with patients and analyzing patient data to determine patient needs and treatment goals. Collaborating with other specialists, such as restorative dentists and orthodontists, to plan treatments. 9. Recording patient care by maintaining detailed notes of appointments with patients, including comments, tests, and/or treatments prescribed, and test results. 10. Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patient during procedure. Performing surgical procedures to extract impacted or damaged teeth, place dental implants, and remove tumors and other abnormal growths of the oral and/or facial regions. Performing minor cosmetic procedures, such as chin and cheekbone enhancements. Providing support and advice to patients receiving long-term care. 11. Conduct research on defects, diseases, and disorders affecting the oral and/or facial regions. 12. Prepares and maintains charts, treatment plans and completes required reports. Understand the organizationu2019s commitment to provide high quality patient care and promote a patient-centered environment. 13. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, receiving current literature, and attending in-service meetings and workshops. 14. Other Duties as assigned. Arkansas Childrenu2019s ( is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Childrenu2019s is driven by four core valuesu2014safety, teamwork, compassion and excellenceu2014which inform every action. Arkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital has received Magnet Status ( from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report ( for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Childrenu2019s has met the unique needs of children. But weu2019re more than just a hospital treating sick kidsu2014our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Childrenu2019s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the stateu2019s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Childrenu2019s Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. _u201cArkansas Childrenu2019s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at childrenu2019s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.u201d_ Michael u2013 Business Operations Manager u201cArkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.u201d Linda u2013 Information Systems Analyst u201cWe are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.u201d Angela u2013 Parking and Fleet Coordinator u201cCare, love, and hope for childrenu201d Kathy u2013 Administrative Assistant u201cWhen I think of my time here at Arkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of lifeu201d Nick u2013 Supply AssistantArkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Created: 2025-12-04