Chairside Dental Assistant — Radiography & Compliance

Touro University; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Touro College of Dental Medicine's Clinic in Albuquerque seeks a Dental Assistant to provide chairside support to faculty and students. You will prepare for procedures, maintain sterile areas, and help manage instruments and supplies.

Qualifications include an AS in Dental Assisting or HS diploma with 3–5 years of experience. Fluency in English; Spanish a plus. Must be RDA in NM and CPR-certified.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Infection control policies and aseptic techniques.
• Excellent communication with patients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist students or faculty during dental procedures.
• Prepare for procedures by setting up instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain sterility and organize supplies; manage inventory with dispensary.

Skills

Dental terminology

Infection control

Patient communication

Organizational skills

HIPAA compliance

Fluent English

Spanish speaking

Education

AS in Dental Assistant

HS diploma + 3–5 years experience

Tools

Axium PM system

Job description

Touro College of Dental Medicine's Clinic in Albuquerque seeks a Dental Assistant to provide chairside support to faculty and students. You will prepare for procedures, maintain sterile areas, and help manage instruments and supplies.

Qualifications include an AS in Dental Assisting or HS diploma with 3–5 years of experience. Fluency in English; Spanish a plus. Must be RDA in NM and CPR-certified.