Entry-Level Dental Assistant — On-the-Job Training

Familia Dental & Vivid Smiles; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & Time Off

Access to Financial Advisors

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disab

On demand Pay

Job summary

Familia Dental in Hobbs, NM is seeking dedicated Dental Assistants to join our team. We provide on-the-job training, so certification is not required to be hired as a DA.

You will support the dentist, manage patient flow, take X-rays, and help educate patients on oral health in a fast-paced, compassionate environment. This role emphasizes patient-focused care, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols, with flexible hours including weekends when needed.

Qualifications

• No certification required to hire; on-the-job training provided.
• Must meet state requirements for DA duties and licenses.
• Healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and escort patient in a professional and friendly manner from reception area to and from the treatment areas.
• Ensure treatment rooms are equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary.
• Take and record patient’s medical and dental histories and vital signs, blood pressure & pulse.
• Document/chart all dental procedures performed during each patient visit per Dentist’s instructions and legal requirements.
• Take and develop dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Pour and base diagnostic models and fabricate temporary restorations – as allowed by state law.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist Dentist during dental procedures.
• Effectively provide dental education and information to patients to ensure patient awareness of dental health.
• Notify Office Manager of equipment trouble or general safety concerns
• Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and regular office meetings.
• Recognize and be sensitives to patients’ emotions
• Understand and follow company policy and procedures
• Understand and follow state and federal laws related to a dental office
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Patient-focused

Detail oriented

Time management

Fast-paced

BLS/CPR

Radiography

Denticon

Education

DA requirements

CPR/BLS certification

Radiography certification

Tools

Denticon

Dental software

Job description

Familia Dental in Hobbs, NM is seeking dedicated Dental Assistants to join our team. We provide on-the-job training, so certification is not required to be hired as a DA.

You will support the dentist, manage patient flow, take X-rays, and help educate patients on oral health in a fast-paced, compassionate environment. This role emphasizes patient-focused care, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols, with flexible hours including weekends when needed.