A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$17.84 to $21.40 per hour Support the daily operations of our Dental Hygiene Program Clinic at Pima Medical Institute! We are seeking a detail-oriented Dental Hygiene Clinic Assistant to join our Albuquerque campus team on a 32-hour per week schedule. In this role, you will work closely with the Clinical Director to prepare treatment operatories, manage sterilization processes, oversee infection control protocols, and support chair-side operations. This position offers a stable career in an educational environment with employee-owner benefits and a predictable schedule without weekend work.
Clinic & Sterilization Operations:
Operatory Preparation:
Prepare, maintain, and disinfect clinic operatories, laboratories, and sterilization suites for daily instructional use.
Infection Control & Safety:
Oversee instrument sterilization, infection control, and biohazard waste disposal in strict compliance with OSHA, CDC, and institutional standards.
Maintenance & SDS:
Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS), log quality assurance checks, and troubleshoot or arrange service for dental equipment (chairs, radiographic units, sterilizers, and suction systems).
Operatory Preparation:
Prepare, maintain, and disinfect clinic operatories, laboratories, and sterilization suites for daily instructional use.
Infection Control & Safety:
Oversee instrument sterilization, infection control, and biohazard waste disposal in strict compliance with OSHA, CDC, and institutional standards.
Maintenance & SDS:
Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS), log quality assurance checks, and troubleshoot or arrange service for dental equipment (chairs, radiographic units, sterilizers, and suction systems).
Clinical & Administrative Support:
Chairside Assisting:
Provide chairside assistance to clinic dentists and dental hygienists during student clinical patient care.
Inventory Management:
Track, order, and organize dental supplies, materials, and equipment inventory in coordination with the Clinical Director.
Front Office & Lab Tracking:
Assist with front office duties, HIPAA documentation, tracking dental lab cases, and training Dental Assisting externs as needed.
Student Mentorship:
Support faculty in monitoring student adherence to clinical policies, sanitation, and safety protocols.
Chairside Assisting:
Provide chairside assistance to clinic dentists and dental hygienists during student clinical patient care.
Inventory Management:
Track, order, and organize dental supplies, materials, and equipment inventory in coordination with the Clinical Director.
Front Office & Lab Tracking:
Assist with front office duties, HIPAA documentation, tracking dental lab cases, and training Dental Assisting externs as needed.
Student Mentorship:
Support faculty in monitoring student adherence to clinical policies, sanitation, and safety protocols.
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year of practical work experience in a dental office or as a Dental Assistant.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, and basic computer applications.
Equivalent Qualification:
An equivalent combination of training, education, or relevant dental experience that meets the minimum requirements will be considered.
Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year of practical work experience in a dental office or as a Dental Assistant.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, and basic computer applications.
Equivalent Qualification:
An equivalent combination of training, education, or relevant dental experience that meets the minimum requirements will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
Active Dental Assistant certification/license in the state of New Mexico (or RDA credential). Practical experience using dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix or Eaglesoft). Demonstrated expertise in healthcare infection control protocols and
OSHA/CDC
compliance. Active Dental Assistant certification/license in the state of New Mexico (or RDA credential). Practical experience using dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix or Eaglesoft). Demonstrated expertise in healthcare infection control protocols and
OSHA/CDC
compliance.
Hiring Range:
$17.84 to $21.40 per hour.
Schedule:
Part-Time (32 hours per week).
Ownership:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a stakeholder in our 100% employee-owned company.
Retirement:
401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions (up to 10%).
Health & Wellness:
Comprehensive Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Time Off & Growth:
New Mexico Paid Sick Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement.
Hiring Range:
$17.84 to $21.40 per hour.
Schedule:
Part-Time (32 hours per week).
Ownership:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a stakeholder in our 100% employee-owned company.
Retirement:
401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions (up to 10%).
Health & Wellness:
Comprehensive Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Time Off & Growth:
New Mexico Paid Sick Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
