Dental Assistant (PT) Flexible Clinic Support

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Clayton (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) matching

CEUs

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources seeks a Dental Assistant for a part-time 20-hour-per-week role at Northeast CF in Clayton, NM. You will assist the dentist chair-side, prepare patients, sterilize instruments, and process intra-oral x-rays while maintaining accurate records in a clean, organized clinic.

Under supervision, you will support dental care, manage supplies, and help provide a positive patient experience. CPR and dental radiology certification are required, with Expanded Functions or CDA

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Expanded Functions OR CDA certification required.
• Dental Radiology certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in a dental setting preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chair-side during exams and procedures.
• Prepare patients for treatment and support dental hygiene education.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Set up and break down treatment areas and equipment.
• Take and process intra-oral x-rays as permitted.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the medical record system.
• Manage dental supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance.
• Support dental sick calls and emergency screenings.
• Keep the dental clinic clean, stocked, and ready for daily operations.

Skills

CPR certification

EMR familiarity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Expanded Functions OR CDA Certification

Dental Radiology Certification

Job description

Wexford Health Sources seeks a Dental Assistant for a part-time 20-hour-per-week role at Northeast CF in Clayton, NM. You will assist the dentist chair-side, prepare patients, sterilize instruments, and process intra-oral x-rays while maintaining accurate records in a clean, organized clinic.

Under supervision, you will support dental care, manage supplies, and help provide a positive patient experience. CPR and dental radiology certification are required, with Expanded Functions or CDA