Dental Assistant

Management & Training Corporation; Chaparral (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental, and prescrip.

Life, accidental death and dismember.

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Civic duty and military leave

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) seeks a Dental Assistant for the Otero County Processing Medical location in Chaparral, New Mexico. The role supports the dentist by prepping patients, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining schedules while upholding patient confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, NM/compact state certification for dental assisting, CPR certification, and a NM/TX driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months clinical dental assistant experience with current NM/compact state certification.
• Current CPR certification; 30 hours CE every triennial renewal.
• Valid driver’s license in NM or TX.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in performing services by preparing patients in chair and handling required instruments, equipment, and dental plastics.
• Sterilize instruments and keep the office stocked with required supplies.
• Arrange and maintain appointment schedule.
• Keep records of patients. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records; observe applicable HIPPA rules.

Skills

Dental assistant

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assistant certification (NM/compact state)

CPR certification

Dental radiological procedures certification

Driver's license (NM/TX)

Job description

• Medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Civic duty and military leave

Job Description

Pay: $18.41 per hour

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave
• 401(k) retirement plan

Work with a purpose! Management & Training Corporation (MTC) provides a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping non-citizens gain valuable skills and treatment necessary for success upon release. Join our team of medical professionals at the Otero County Processing Medical located in Chaparral, New Mexico.

Essential Functions

• Assist the dentist in performing services by preparing patients in chair and handling required instruments, equipment, and dental plastics.
• Sterilize instruments and keep the office stocked with required supplies.
• Arrange and maintain appointment schedule.
• Keep records of patients. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records; observe applicable HIPPA rules.

Education And Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six (6) months clinical dental assistant experience, current certification, or registration as a dental assistant in the state of New Mexico or compact state, and current certification in dental radiological procedures.
• Must possess current CPR certification. 30 hours of continuing education are required during each triennial renewal cycle.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of New Mexico or Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Why

Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

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