Dental Assistant Job Santa Rosa New Mexico USA,Dental / Dentistry

Location: Santa Rosa

POSITION: Dental Assistant
SCHEDULE: PT shift (20 hours per week)
FACILITY: Guadalupe Correctional Facility
LOCATION: Santa Rosa, NM
Are you ready to support dental care where your skills help improve health and confidence every day?
Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been delivering quality healthcare to underserved populations for over 30 years. As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a hands-on role in supporting patient care and ensuring smooth, efficient dental operations
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Position Summary Working under the supervision of the Dentist, you'll assist in providing dental care while maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organized clinical environment. Your responsibilities will include:

Assisting 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

You'll go beyond assisting.
You'll help create a smooth, supportive experience that keeps patient care moving forward.
Why Work with Wexford Health?

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
Pet Insurance
Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and Pay Pal
Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You'll Need

Expanded Functions OR Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certification
Dental Radiology Certification (if not included in above certification)
High School diploma or GED required
Experience in a dental setting preferred CPR certification required
Familiarity with electronic medical records a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.
Your skills matter here. Your work makes a difference every day. #J-18808-Ljbffr