Bilingual Dental Assistant: X-Ray, Sterilization & Patient Care

La Clinica De Familia; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays

Cafeteria Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Travel Reimbursement

Job summary

La Clinica de Familia (LCDF) is seeking a dental assistant to support dentists during exams and treatments at our Southern New Mexico clinics. The role includes sterilizing instruments, preparing supplies, and assisting with X-ray procedures to support high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, NM dental assistant certification, NM radiology credentials, and the ability to obtain NM X-Ray certification within six months. Bilingual English/Spanish is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with six months experience in a dental office and completion of a training course in dental assisting.
• Certification as a Dental Assistant in New Mexico; New Mexico radiology certification.
• Current New Mexico X-Ray Certification or must be able to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Must pass a criminal background check; maintain a current driver's license, current automobile insurance, and maintain a clean driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examination and treatment.
• Clean, sterilize, and arrange instruments.
• Assist dentist with X-rays and patient treatments.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

X-ray procedures

Dental instruments

OSHA knowledge

Customer service

Confidentiality

Organization

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assistant Certification NM

NM radiology certification

Job description

La Clinica de Familia (LCDF) is seeking a dental assistant to support dentists during exams and treatments at our Southern New Mexico clinics. The role includes sterilizing instruments, preparing supplies, and assisting with X-ray procedures to support high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, NM dental assistant certification, NM radiology credentials, and the ability to obtain NM X-Ray certification within six months. Bilingual English/Spanish is required.