Dental Assistant

Job Title:
Dental Assistant

At ABQ Uptown, we're looking for more than just a Dental Assistant; we're looking for a motivated, positive, and compassionate team member who truly enjoys helping patients and wants to build a rewarding career in dentistry.

Whether you're a recent Dental Assistant graduate or already have experience, you'll be joining an established team that genuinely enjoys mentoring, teaching, and helping each other succeed. We believe in growing together, celebrating wins, and creating an environment where everyone feels supported.

Our office has an upbeat, energetic culture where teamwork comes first. We love what we do, we care deeply about our patients, and we take pride in providing exceptional care every single day. If you're someone who is eager to learn, enjoys staying busy, has a great attitude, and wants to be part of a team that feels like family, we'd love to meet you!

Come grow your career with a team that's passionate about dentistry and passionate about each other.

• Competitive Pay: $18-$23/hour
• Bonus Structure: Monthly performance bonuses available based on office growth and results.
• Schedule: Monday - Wednesday with a 30-60 minute lunch break.
• Comprehensive
  
  Health Benefits:
  
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance to help you stay healthy and focused on your career.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Additional Insurance: Disability and life insurance for added peace of mind.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible hours, 6 paid holidays per year, and 2 weeks of paid vacation after your first year. We believe in taking care of our team so they can provide exceptional care to our patients.

• At least 1 year of continuous dental assisting experience or be a recent graduate from an accredited Dental Assisting program, we're excited to help you start your career!
• Dental Assistant Certification or an Associate's degree in a Dental Assisting program.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a passion for providing excellent patient care.

• Prepare patients for dental procedures.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and set up trays.
• Assist the dentist during procedures, including fillings, cleanings, root canals, extractions, crown and bridge work, and dental implants.
• Collect and record medical and dental histories.
• Help create a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient.

EOE