Pediatric Dental Assistant - Growth & Team Wellness

CHOICE Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing and work-life balance support

Professional and personal growth opportunities

Supportive team dynamic

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Albuquerque seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental care by preparing treatment rooms and assisting in procedures. Key responsibilities include taking x-rays, sterilizing instruments, and instructing patients on oral hygiene. Candidates should have certification from a dental college or equivalent experience along with New Mexico certification for x-rays and BLS. The position offers a comprehensive benefit package and emphasizes professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certification from a dental college OR three to six months related experience and/or training preferred.
• X-Ray New Mexico certification with license number required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the doctor in procedures.
• Takes x-rays and IOs.
• Instructs patients on oral hygiene.
• Sterilizes instruments.
• Charts cavities and treatments.

Skills

Assisting in dental procedures

Taking x-rays

Patient instruction on oral hygiene

Sterilizing instruments

Education

Certification from a dental college or related experience

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Albuquerque seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental care by preparing treatment rooms and assisting in procedures. Key responsibilities include taking x-rays, sterilizing instruments, and instructing patients on oral hygiene. Candidates should have certification from a dental college or equivalent experience along with New Mexico certification for x-rays and BLS. The position offers a comprehensive benefit package and emphasizes professional growth.