Dental Assistant - Santa Fe, NM Job at Monster, Santa Fe, NM

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  • Monster
  • Santa Fe, NM

Job Description

Prime Physicians is a physician-led, The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited, ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services, offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals, health systems, and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation, we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning, we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians, the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands, leading the way towards a more efficient, effective, and compassionate healthcare system. Job Title: Dental Assistant Specialty: General Dentistry / Chairside Assisting Primary Location: 1700 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505. May Provide Assistance as Needed at: Santa Clara Health Center Dental, Espa ola, NM Cochiti Health Clinic Dental, Cochiti, NM Duration: 1 year contract with the possibility of a 4 years extension Shift Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM License / Certifications: Mandatory: DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) from a CODA-accredited dental assisting program; current Basic Life Support (BLS). Education: Graduate of a CODA-accredited dental assistant program. Minimum Qualification / Experience: 24 months of dental assisting experience (or demonstrably equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities). Proficiency documenting in Dentrix (dental charting & clinical notes). Comfortable supporting restorative, oral surgery, endodontic, and periodontal procedures; taking intra/extra-oral digital radiographs; sterilization/packaging; inventory and supply management. Able to stand, walk, sit, and bend for extended periods; work effectively with multicultural patients and interpreters. Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive chairside assistance for all routine general dentistry procedures. Accurately record treatments in Dentrix (charting and clinical notes). Clean, package, and sterilize instruments; ensure proper storage. Prepare patients and operatories; set up instruments for planned procedures. Operate dental x-ray equipment to obtain digital intra/extra-oral radiographs. Provide prophy/polish, topical fluoride, and place pit & fissure sealants as prescribed. Perform basic lab procedures (pour/trim models, fabricate occlusal guards). Take and record vital signs (e.g., blood pressure). Maintain supplies/equipment; inventory and requisition as needed. Deliver patient education on prevention and post-treatment care. Keep the clinic clean and operable; perform routine equipment maintenance. Adhere to infection control, radiation safety, OSHA/IHS protocols; utilize required PPE. Work safely in environments with potential exposure to aerosols, nitrous oxide residue, curing light emissions, etc. Prime Physicians is a physician-led, The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited, ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services, offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals, health systems, and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation, we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning, we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians, the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands, leading the way towards a more efficient, effective, and compassionate healthcare system.

Job Tags

Contract work, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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