Dental Assistant - El Rito, NM
- Certification preferred
- 10-hour shifts
- BLS
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How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open dental assistant jobs in New Mexico post a median of $23.25 an hour, the middle half $21.44–$25.38, across 16 jobs that state their pay. Dental assistants employed in New Mexico earn a median of $21.35 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
What New Mexico requires of a dental assistant
Dental assistant radiography certificate (oral radiography), from the New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care.
- Pass the DANB Radiation Health and Safety exam or complete a Board-approved radiation health and safety course with exam, plus the Board's technique test and jurisprudence exam; the board's rule lists independent preparation, a dental assisting program, a hygiene school, or certification by credentials from another state.
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 53.1% · Stating an hourly rate 38.5%
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About the job
This is an entry-level position. Provides assistance to the Dentist, Dental Hygienist and other Dental Assistants in the delivery of dental care to LCDN patients. Position is intended for employment of Dental Assistants in training, pending receipt of technical training leading to certification as a Certified Dental Assistant.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision Insurance
Schedule
- 10-hour shift
- 4x10
- Monday to Thursday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work setting
- Clinic
- In-person
Ability to commute
- El Rito, NM: Clinic Site
Experience
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Dental Assistant (Preferred)
- Background and reference checks required
From Las Clinicas Del Norte's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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