Dental Assistant – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dentistry Locum Staffing • Santa Fe, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Dentistry Locum Staffing is seeking a compassionate and skilled Dental Assistant to join the team at Santa Fe Indian Health Center (SFIHC) in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced dental professionals while providing high-quality care to American Indian communities in a collaborative and mission-driven environment. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a consistent weekday schedule and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Dental Assistant certificate or equivalent education/training that meets position requirements
• Current radiography certification (if required)
• Current CPR/BLS certification (if required)
• Experience with Dentrix preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Team-oriented with a strong commitment to exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during restorative, oral surgery, endodontic, periodontal, and general dentistry procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials for scheduled procedures
• Record dental charting, treatment information, and clinical notes accurately in Dentrix
• Clean, package, sterilize, and properly store dental instruments and equipment
• Take high-quality intraoral and extraoral digital radiographs
• Assist with routine prophylaxis, coronal polishing, topical fluoride applications, and pit and fissure sealants as directed
• Perform routine dental laboratory procedures, including pouring and trimming study models and fabricating occlusal guards
• Obtain and document patient vital signs, including blood pressure
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions
• Maintain inventory of dental supplies and assist with ordering and stocking materials
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on dental equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment while following infection control standards

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Stable Monday–Friday schedule
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout the hiring process
• Opportunities with leading dental practices and healthcare organizations nationwide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED