Job detail
Clinical Laboratory Dental Assistant
New Mexico State University
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/6/2026
Location
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Salary
$18 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The clinical laboratory dental assistant serves as a primary chair-Side assistant to the clinic dentist and manages dental clinic and laboratory equipment. They are also responsible for maintaining osha standards, inventory control, and performing front desk reception duties.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma with 3 years of experience or an associate's degree with 1 year of experience. Required certifications include a dental assisting certificate, rhs certification through the nmbodhc, and cpr certification.
high schoolassociate degreeprofessional certificateHousekeepingSchedulingCPRQuality controlInventory managementClaims processingRadiation safetyPatient check-inOSHA standardsRecord managementDental radiographyDental practice management softwareChair-side assistingDental insurance billing