Dental Assistant III

Presbyterian Medical Services•Cuba, NM

18d•Onsite

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.
New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care Certification in the following areas: Dental Radiography, Rubber Cup Coronal Polishing, Application of Topical Fluoride, and Pit and Fissure Sealant Application.
Must obtain certification by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment.
Have BLS/CPR certification upon hire.
Certifications 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 certifications 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.