What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Assistant position at Full Smile Dental?
We're seeking a dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to join Full Smile Eastern Family Dentistry in Portales, New Mexico! The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a caring, upbeat environment and is excited about meaningful career development.
Our Dental Assistants play a key role in creating a comfortable, positive experience for every child and family we serve. Daily responsibilities include:
- Providing gentle, thorough patient care
- Communicating clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and team members
- Supporting clinic operations such as scheduling, intake paperwork, updating records, and sterilization
- Assisting providers and teammates to ensure a smooth, efficient clinical flow
- Representing our high standards of service through professionalism and empathy
Full-Time | Monday - Thursday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Active RDA license
- Current CPR certification
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
- Bilingual abilities are a plus
- Previous experience in Dental is beneficial
- Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with patients and families
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Adaptability, teamwork, and a positive, solution-focused mindset
Why Full Smile?
At Full Smile Management, we believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team. We support a group of thriving dental practices across Texas, providing comprehensive resources, strong leadership, and a people-first culture that empowers our employees to grow both personally and professionally.
Our mission is simple: create world-class patient experiences by investing deeply in our people. Whether you're just starting your dental career or looking to advance, we are committed to offering the tools, training, and mentorship you need to succeed.
What sets Full Smile apart:
- A robust benefits package that supports your health and well-being
- Generous paid time off to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work/life balance
- Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced team leads and providers
- Clear opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and skill development
- A workplace culture built on creativity, diversity, collaboration, and compassion
- Leadership that listens, supports, and champions your professional growth
We are proud to cultivate teams who are passionate about serving others, committed to high standards of care, and excited to build meaningful, long-term careers in dentistry. When you join Full Smile, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a community where your success matters!
Full Smile Management supports several dental entities throughout Texas and New Mexico, including Lubbock Dental Specialists, Amarillo Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, AOMS Pediatric & Children’s Dentistry, and Full Smile Dental. All practices share the same ownership and values, operating as one connected system focused on exceptional patient care. Full Smile Management serves as the central support team for these clinics, providing leadership, resources, and guidance to ensure each location runs smoothly and our teams feel supported every step of the way.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person