Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

Summary: The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the New Mexico dental standards. 

Our client's mission is to provide everyone access to the healthcare they need. Our client is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, and they pride themselves on delivering high quality care to children in our communities. 

Comprehensive benefits package 

Pay: $18-$21, starting

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm with rotating weekend

What you will be provided with as a teammate: 

Care for your wellbeing and work-life balance 

Professional and personal growth 

Experienced leadership support 

Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations 

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

Assists the doctor in procedures

Takes x-rays 

Takes IO's 

Assist in Prophylaxis cleaning of teeth 

Instructs patients on oral hygiene 

Charts cavities and teeth with doctor 

Sterilizes instruments 

Sets up/breakdown and prepares rooms for treatment/hygiene 

Charting of patient's treatment and treatment plan with doctor 

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:  

Certification from a dental college OR three to six months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred

Required Certificates or Licenses:  

New Mexico Radiation Health and Safety certification though the DANB. 

BLS certification 

Preferred Certificates or Licenses:  

Topical Fluoride New Mexico Certification

Sealant New Mexico Certification

Coronal Polish New Mexico Certification with License number 

Please apply by emailing me your updated resume to: Gdien@medicalprofessionals.com.