Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in Albuquerque, where patient care meets innovation! We're seeking a passionate Full-Time Dental Assistant to support our team of skilled professionals in delivering exceptional oral healthcare services. At Sunrise Dental Group, we foster a collaborative environment with competitive benefits, continuing education opportunities, and state-of-the-art technology. If you thrive in fast-paced clinical settings and want to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Assist dentists during procedures including exams, fillings, and extractions
- Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays)
- Manage patient records using digital software (EHR experience preferred)
- Provide chairside assistance with suctioning and instrument transfer
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide oxide monitoring
- Ensure infection control protocols are strictly followed
- Manage inventory ordering and supply maintenance
Qualifications
- Current Dental Assistant certification or X-ray license in New Mexico
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience in general dentistry
- CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days)
- Proficiency in dental software (e.g., Eaglesoft, Dentrix)
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA compliance
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Spanish language proficiency a plus