Dental Assistant

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Carrizozo (NM); On-site; USD 22,620 - 32,621; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness program

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Carrizozo, NM seeks a Dental Assistant to assist dentists in delivering high-quality patient care. Key responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring patient comfort.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a dental setting. The position offers competitive compensation of $16.42 to $23.68 per hour, with various employee benefits such as tuition reimbursement and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a dental assisting program or specialized training preferred.
• Six months to one year of experience in a dental office required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during clinical procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for patient care.
• Ensure instruments are cleaned and sterilized.

Skills

Dental procedures knowledge

Infection control practices

Patient care techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a dental assisting program

Six months to one year of experience

Job description

Location Address:

710 Ave ECarrizozo, NM 88301

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $16.42Maximum Offer $23.68

Summary:

Assist the dentist in the delivery of high-quality patient care and dental treatment. Responsibilities include preparing, cleaning, and disinfecting operatories, dental instruments, and equipment; maintaining strict infection prevention and control standards; and ensuring treatment areas are stocked, organized, and ready for patient care.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: Full timeFTE: 1.00Job Exempt: NoWork Shift: Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

• Expedites delivery of dental treatment by assisting the dentist during clinical procedures, anticipating provider needs, and ensuring instruments and materials are readily available.
• Prepares treatment rooms, instruments, supplies, and equipment for patient care and dental procedures.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains dental instruments and equipment in accordance with infection prevention and safety standards.
• Seats and prepares patients for treatment, reviews medical histories, and helps ensure patient comfort throughout appointments.
• Takes and processes dental radiographs in compliance with applicable regulations and safety protocols.
• Provides chairside assistance during examinations, restorative procedures, oral surgery, and other dental treatments.
• Maintains accurate and timely patient records, documenting treatments, procedures, and provider instructions.
• Educates patients on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care, and preventive dental measures as directed by the dentist.
• Monitors inventory levels and assists with ordering, stocking, and organizing clinical supplies and materials.
• Ensures operatories are cleaned, disinfected, and fully prepared between patient appointments.
• Assists with dental impressions, model preparation, and fabrication of temporary restorations as permitted by training and regulations.
• Maintains compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Supports efficient clinic operations by coordinating patient flow and communicating effectively with providers, staff, and patients.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support patient care and departmental operations.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a dental assisting program or specialized short-term training in dental assisting preferred.
• Six months to one year of experience in a dental office or clinical setting required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, infection control practices, and patient care techniques preferred.

We're all about well-being, starting with yours.

Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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