Dental Assistant

About the role

Supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the New Mexico dental standards. CHOICE Healthcare Services is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, delivering high-quality care to children in our communities.

Responsibilities

• Assists the doctor in procedures
• Takes x-rays and intraoral photographs (IO's)
• Assists in prophylaxis cleaning of teeth
• Instructs patients on oral hygiene
• Charts cavities and teeth with doctor
• Sterilizes instruments
• Sets up, breaks down, and prepares rooms for treatment/hygiene
• Charting of patient's treatment and treatment plan with doctor

Requirements

• Certification from a dental college OR three to six months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred)
• Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)
• X-Ray New Mexico certification with license number
• BLS certification

Preferred Certificates or Licenses

• Topical Fluoride New Mexico Certification
• Sealant New Mexico Certification
• Coronal Polish New Mexico Certification with license number

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Care for your wellbeing and work-life balance
• Professional and personal growth opportunities
• Experienced leadership support
• Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations