Dental Assistant: Implants & Dentures Specialist

Affordable Care, LLC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Affordable Dentures & Implants in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to support dentists in denture procedures, implants, oral surgery, and prosthetic treatments. You will prepare operatories, assist with impressions, and maintain strict infection control standards while delivering exceptional patient care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient communication, and ongoing clinical skill growth within a specialized practice. Local travel for training may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Dental Assistant and X-ray certification required where state law applies.
• Experience with dentures, removable prosthetics, or dental implants preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support and ensure a positive patient experience from check-in to treatment.
• Prepare operatories, instruments, and materials before appointments.
• Assist dentists during denture procedures, implants, oral surgery, extractions, and prosthetic treatments.
• Take alginate denture impressions and wax bites under dentist direction.
• Maintain infection prevention and sterilization standards.
• Travel for training as needed.
• Support daily office operations and inventory management.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant Certification

X-ray Certification

Tools

Dentrix

Digital X-Rays

Job description

Affordable Dentures & Implants in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to support dentists in denture procedures, implants, oral surgery, and prosthetic treatments. You will prepare operatories, assist with impressions, and maintain strict infection control standards while delivering exceptional patient care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient communication, and ongoing clinical skill growth within a specialized practice. Local travel for training may be required.