Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Dental Assistant Job Locations US-NM-Albuquerque ID 2024-11561 College TUNY - College of Dental Medicine Position Type Full-Time Schedule Shift Monday 7:45 to 5:15 , Fridays 7:45 to 2:15. Schedule may vary. Hours Per Week 36.5 Travel None Category Healthcare/Clinics FLSA Status Non-Exempt Location : Country US Overview

The Dental Assistant for Touro College of Dental Medicine’s Clinic in Albuquerque, New Mexico provides chairside assistance to faculty and student dentists during dental procedures and adequately prepares for dental procedures by setting up instruments, equipment, and materials. This role ensures that all instruments are arranged properly and in accordance with sterile techniques. This position requires OSHA training and is subject to exposure to blood and other bodily fluids as well as enforcing HIPAA regulations specifically when accessing Protected Health Information (PHI).

 

**Touro College of Dental Medicine (Albuquerque, New Mexico Clinic) is currently hiring for 9 Dental Assistants.

Responsibilities Assists students or faculty during dental procedures.Prepares for dental procedures by setting up instruments, equipment, and materials, and maintains a clean oral working area prior to during and post exams/procedures.Coordinates the inventory of dental materials with the dispensary and obtains and replenishes supplies on an as need basis. Proactively informs providers and/or management of any issues with equipment, instruments or supplies.Assists students and/or manipulate diagnostic radiographs on an as need basis.Removes biohazard trash as needed and other duties in accordance with OSHA regulations.Records pertinent clinic data including blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, diagnostic aids, and other in treatment documentation.Packages tissue and biopsy specimen and sends to pathological laboratory.Serves, as needed, as chair-side assistant to licensed dental practitioners, and dental students (pre-doctoral, post graduate and residents) in examination and treatment of patients in all phases of dentistry.Assists in regulatory compliance and keeps abreast of new developments, techniques and materials as they come about, and to insure adherence to proper infection control protocol.Tracks lab work, schedules patients, confirms appointments, triages patients, monitors patient/provider schedules, updates patient medical history, etc. on Axium system as needed.Explains procedures to patients.Participates in morning huddleOther duties as assigned. Qualifications

Education/Experience

A college degree (AS) with Dental Assistant experience OR a high school diploma with three to five (3 - 5) years’ dental assistant experience.

Certifications

Registered Dental Assistant in New Mexico a must.CPR Certification required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of dental terminology and dental procedures.Knowledge of instruments, materials, and standardized dental procedures used in dental care.Knowledge of infectious control policies, aseptic techniques, supplies, and equipment.Ability to operate dental radiographic equipment.Proactive communication skills (both written and verbal), utilizing tact and diplomacy.Exceptional customer service skills and professionalism in communications and demeanor.Effective organizational and planning skills including attention to detail and follow-through.Ability to take direction, and assess and prioritize assigned tasks, projects, and demands.Adherence to confidentiality state, federal, and HIPAA laws and guidelines with regards to patient’s records.Ability to work equally and collegially with others consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations.Experience with dental practice management computers systems such as AxiUm preferred.Fluent in English; Spanish speaking a plus.

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Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

Full range of Health Plans Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)  Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan Dependent Care and Transit Programs Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance   Short-term and Long-term disability programs  Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment) Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children Employee Assistance Program Early-Release Fridays (upon approval) Generous Paid Time Off Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday Annual Holiday Schedule

All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.

Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

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