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Dental Assistant

Hero Practice Services·Albuquerque, New Mexico

$17 - $25/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago
Practice for this role

Dental Assistant · $17 - $25/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -21% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Albuquerque, New Mexico ($21.00/hr, n=39)
  • 74 similar openings in the Albuquerque area · median $21.50/hr
$0.50/hr · p10p90 · $413/hr
this role: $16.50/hrmedian $21.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 39 posted dental roles in Albuquerque, New Mexico rates. This role sits in the 23rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 21% below the Albuquerque, New Mexico median for dental roles.

Support dentists and hygienists by collecting patient records, obtaining radiographs, and maintaining accurate chart notes. Ensure the practice remains clean and sterile according to OSHA standards while providing compassionate care to underserved children.

  • Become a Hero and join us on our mission to help underserved kids!
  • Generous pay with monthly bonus opportunities
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Career growth within your practice and the region
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K & more

Adventure Dental, Vision, & Orthodontics in Albuquerque, NM, is currently seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients.

Pay range

  • $18-$24/hr
  • Pay range: $16.50-$25/hr (AND BONUS OPPORTUNITY)
  • Job Responsibilities
  • Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records
  • Obtain quality dental radiographs (periapicals, bitewings, panoramic) as requested by the dentist
  • Write accurate and consistent notes, ensuring chart notes match services completed
  • Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents as well as educating them on good oral health
  • Organize and sterilizing dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards
  • Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients to include cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, etc.
  • Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children
  • Job Qualifications
  • Radiology education and training that meets state requirements
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents
  • Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner
  • Knowledge of e-Clinical Works (eCW) a plus
  • Previous experience working in a dental office preferred
  • Current BLS CPR certification

In addition to the job description, you will be asked to perform other duties that support the business and our mission.

Requirements

Candidates must have radiology training meeting state requirements and a current BLS CPR certification. Previous dental office experience and knowledge of e-Clinical Works are preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Multi-tasking
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Patient Education
  • OSHA Standards
  • BLS CPR Certification
  • Dental Radiography
  • Patient Record Documentation
  • e-Clinical Works

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401K
  • Career Growth
  • Monthly Bonus Opportunities

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $25/hr
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Posted
Jul 9, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Hero Practice Services

Hero Practice Services: A Different Kind of Practice Management Group Hero is the only practice management group focused on delivering the systems, processes, and people needed to efficiently deliver quality dental, vision and orthodontic care to children in underserved...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

Dental roles in New Mexico remain competitive

Dental positions in New Mexico often draw steady interest, especially when they include service to underserved communities and a full clinical credential set. These roles can be competitive because employers typically look for a DDS or DMD, a valid New Mexico dental license, DEA registration, and CPR certification, along with experience or commitment aligned to community care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure and DEA details before applying.

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