Dental Assistant II

JOB CATEGORY: COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER / DENTAL / DENTAL ASSISTANT / DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY / DANB / DACR

POSITION SUMMARY: This position assists the Dentist at chairside during examination and treatment of patient.  The position also involves assisting in the dental lab and performing clerical duties related to the dental program.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Knowledge of and competency in sterilization, dental nomenclature, instrument passing, and preparation of dental materials.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care Certification in Dental Radiography.  Must obtain certification by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment; 
  OR 
• Must provide proof of successfully passing the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety exam upon hire/transfer AND obtain a Certificate in Dental Radiography within six months of hire/transfer and maintain current throughout employment.
• Must have and maintain current BLS/CPR certification.  Certification must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certification current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

• According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations.  Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
• Criminal Records Check.

$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

BONUSES

• All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

ABOUT PMS

• Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
• Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
• We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
• We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
• PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

WHY PMS?

• Mission-driven organization
• Competitive salaries
• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision insurance  
• Free Life & LTD coverage
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution
• Employee recognition and engagement activities
• Robust training program
• Tuition Reimbursement

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability