Part-Time Dental Assistant — Mobile Clinic Impact

DOCS Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

DOCS Health seeks a Part-time Dental Assistant to support our contracted county jails in New Mexico. You will provide on-site dental care in collaboration with a Dentist within a controlled environment, contributing to a critical public health mission.

Role offers flexible hours and exposure to a mobile treatment model, including 4-handed dentistry and portable equipment, with opportunities to gain valuable experience in a public health setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Dental Assistant Program or on-the-job training.
• 1+ year dental assisting experience preferred.
• Active x-ray certification required.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and breakdown of room.
• Sterilization of all equipment.
• Take/process x-rays.
• Assist in 4-handed dentistry.
• Work with portable/mobile equipment.

Skills

X-ray proficiency

CPR/BLS

Driver license

Reliable transportation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Dental Assistant Program

On‑the‑job training

Job description

DOCS Health seeks a Part-time Dental Assistant to support our contracted county jails in New Mexico. You will provide on-site dental care in collaboration with a Dentist within a controlled environment, contributing to a critical public health mission.

Role offers flexible hours and exposure to a mobile treatment model, including 4-handed dentistry and portable equipment, with opportunities to gain valuable experience in a public health setting.