Dental Assistant I

Dental Assistant

Job Category: Dental / Dental Assistant / Community Health Center

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.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Have or be able to obtain BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. 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.

$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

Job Info:

• Job Identification 11222
• Job Category Dental Assistants & Hygienists
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1105 Memorial Dr, Artesia, NM, 88210, US
• Program Description Artesia Family Health Center
• Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
• Remote Eligible No
• Benefits Eligible Yes
• Original Posting Date 08/14/2026
• Driver No