Dental Assistant I: Chairside & Radiography Specialist

First Choice Community Healthcare Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

First Choice Community Healthcare Inc. seeks a Dental Assistant I in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves providing clinical and administrative support during dental procedures, maintaining equipment, managing patient records, and ensuring compliance with dental health regulations. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma, an online ADA certificate, and bilingual skills in English and Spanish. Candidates must also possess an active dental radiography license. Hours are mainly Monday to Friday, with potential weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an ADA recognized dental program preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
• Relevant work experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance for dental procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize dental equipment.
• Expose and process dental radiographs.
• Interact with dental clinic patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Dental clinical procedures

Inventory control

Patient triage

Education

High School graduate or GED

ADA recognized certificate program

Tools

Medical equipment

Office machines

Job description

First Choice Community Healthcare Inc. seeks a Dental Assistant I in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves providing clinical and administrative support during dental procedures, maintaining equipment, managing patient records, and ensuring compliance with dental health regulations. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma, an online ADA certificate, and bilingual skills in English and Spanish. Candidates must also possess an active dental radiography license. Hours are mainly Monday to Friday, with potential weekend shifts.