Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant Summary: The Dental Assistant 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. 
At CHOICE Healthcare Services, our mission is to provide everyone access to the healthcare they need. CHOICE is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, and we pride ourselves on delivering high quality care to children in our communities. 
What we provide to you as a CHOICE teammate: Care for your wellbeing and work-life balance  Professional and personal growth  Experienced leadership support  Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations  Comprehensive benefit package  Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 
Assists the doctor in procedures Takes x-rays  Takes IO's  Assist in Prophylaxis cleaning of teeth  Instructs patients on oral hygiene  Charts cavities and teeth with doctor  Sterilizes instruments  Sets up/breakdown and prepares rooms for treatment/hygiene  Charting of patient's treatment and treatment plan with doctor  Education and/or Experience: Certification from a dental college OR t hree to six months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred Required Certificates or Licenses: 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