Dental Assistant

About the role

Rio Rancho Dental Arts is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their team. This position offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off).

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
• Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

Requirements

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include:
• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Dental assisting school certification

Skills

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year

Benefits

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)

Pay

The pay for this position is not specified.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is not specified.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Six paid holidays
• PTO (paid time off)