Dental Assistant (04-05)
About The Position
La Clinica de Familia is a Federally Qualified Health Center serving Southern New Mexico. The Dental Assistant performs semi-technical dental and routine clerical work, including assisting the dentist during examinations and treatment, cleaning, sterilizing, and arranging instruments, and assisting with X-rays. The position works under the dentist’s supervision and performs routine tasks according to standard procedures and instructions. It supports the organization’s mission of promoting the well-being of people in Southern New Mexico through community health and social services.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Six months of experience in a dental office.
- Completion of a dental assisting training course.
- Certification as a Dental Assistant in New Mexico.
- Current New Mexico X-ray certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
- Pass a criminal background check.
- Maintain a current driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and a clean driving record.
- Bilingual English/Spanish ability.
- Working knowledge of dental procedures, including sterilization and X-ray techniques, and accurate posting of patient treatments.
- Working knowledge of dental instruments and their use.
- Working knowledge of OSHA administration as it pertains to dental practices.
- Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Strong organization and attention to detail.
- Self-initiative and adaptability, along with the ability to take direction.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment.
- Clean, sterilize, and arrange dental instruments.
- Assist the dentist with X-rays.
- Perform routine clerical work, including accurately posting patient treatments.
- Follow standard procedures and instructions under the dentist’s supervision.
- Promote the well-being of people in Southern New Mexico through community health and social services.
Benefits
- PPO health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Nine holidays
- Education reimbursement
- Cafeteria plan
- Employee assistance program
- Travel reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
