Dental Assistant I

Presbyterian Medical Services • Tucumcari, NM

7d

About The Position

This position assists the Dentist at chairside during examination and treatment of patient. The position also involves assisting in the dental lab and performing clerical duties related to the dental program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Have or be able to obtain BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire.
• Certification must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite.
• It is your responsibility to keep your certification current at all times.
• According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations.
• Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center.
• Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
• If assigned to the Checkerboard Area Health System, this position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: Criminal Records Check.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Benefits

• $100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
• Mission-driven organization
• Competitive salaries
• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free Life & LTD coverage
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution
• Employee recognition and engagement activities
• Robust training program
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees