Dental Assistant-Northeast
Wexford Health Sources · Clayton, NM · 1 mo ago
HealthcareInternship
About the role
Working under the supervision of the Dentist, you'll assist in providing dental care while maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organized clinical environment.
Responsibilities
- Aiding the dentist chair-side during exams and procedures
- Preparing patients for treatment and supporting dental hygiene education
- Sterilizing instruments and maintaining infection control standards
- Setting up and breaking down treatment areas and equipment
- Taking and processing intra-oral x-rays as permitted
- Maintaining accurate patient records within the medical record system
- Managing dental supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance
- Supporting dental sick call and emergency screenings
- Ensuring the dental clinic remains clean, stocked, and ready for daily operations
Requirements
- Expanded Functions OR Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certification
- Dental Radiology Certification (if not included in the above certification)
- High School diploma or GED required
- Experience in a dental setting preferred
- CPR certification required
- Familiarity with electronic medical records is a plus
Qualifications
Your skills matter here. Your work makes a difference every day.
Benefits
- Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
- Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield Dental and Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
- Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
- Continuing education options
- Free CEUs
Pay
$18.50 - $20.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications
Schedule
PT (20 hours per week)