Dental Assistant

Dentive; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Mountain View Dental in Alamogordo, NM is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our friendly, patient-focused team. This full-time position offers opportunities to work closely with patients and coworkers in a fast-paced dental office.

The ideal candidate is energetic, dependable, and passionate about providing excellent patient care, with experience in a busy clinical environment and a commitment to infection control and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Friendly, professional, and team-oriented attitude is valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures and treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Provide patient care and chairside support.
• Take and record patient information accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the office.
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene.
• Work with the dental team for smooth daily operations.
• Follow safety and infection control protocols.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliable attendance

Punctuality

Team-oriented

Job description

Dental Assistant Job Opening – Full-Time | Mountain View Dental | Alamogordo, NM

Job Title

Dental Assistant – Full-Time

Schedule

Monday – Friday | Full-Time

Job Description

Mountain View Dental in Alamogordo, NM is hiring an experienced Dental Assistant to join our growing team. We are seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated individual who thrives in a patient-focused dental environment and enjoys working closely with both patients and coworkers.

This full-time Dental Assistant position is ideal for someone who is energetic, dependable, and passionate about providing excellent patient care in a fast-paced dental office.

Dental Assistant Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures and treatments
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
• Provide exceptional patient care and chairside support
• Take and record patient information accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the office
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene
• Work collaboratively with the dental team to ensure smooth daily operations
• Follow all safety and infection control protocols

Qualifications

• Previous Dental Assistant experience required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, professional, and team-oriented attitude
• Ability to multitask in a busy dental office
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Comfortable working on your feet throughout the workday
• Passion for helping patients feel comfortable and cared for

Preferred Qualities

• Strong work ethic
• Dependable and adaptable
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Patient-focused mindset

Mountain View Dental offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Health Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Why Join Mountain View Dental?

At Mountain View Dental, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment for both our patients and our team members. We value professionalism, teamwork, compassion, and quality dental care. Our office is looking for someone who wants to grow with us and make a positive impact every day.

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