Dental Hygiene Clinic Dentist

Clinical Dentist

Location: Albuquerque, NM | On-Campus Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Pay: $48.01 – $62.41 / hour (Based on experience)
Your Mission: Clinical Excellence & Student Mentorship

Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated Clinical Dentist to support our Dental Hygiene Program in Albuquerque. In this vital role, you will provide essential dental services while collaborating with students, instructors, and clinical staff in a dynamic educational environment.

The ideal candidate is a licensed dentist passionate about mentorship, ready to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care, and eager to help shape the next generation of dental professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Oversight: Provide comprehensive dental services within the dental hygiene clinic and supervise care during medical emergencies.


• Mentorship: Supervise, evaluate, and mentor student dental hygienists and dental assistant externs in clinical practice.


• Diagnostics: Prescribe and oversee radiographic and other diagnostic services per New Mexico State Board regulations.


• Instruction: Provide didactic and/or laboratory instruction as assigned by the Program Director.


• Collaboration: Support clinic operations and participate in clinical meetings and in-service training.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: DDS or DMD degree from an accredited institution.


• Licensure: Active, unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of New Mexico.


• Experience: 3+ years of clinical experience is preferred.


• Leadership: Prior experience in a clinical teaching, supervisory, or mentoring role is highly desirable.


• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication; proficiency with computer applications.

Benefits & Compensation

• Pay Range: $48.01 – $62.41 per hour.


• Financial Future: 401(k) with a 10% Employer Match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).


• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (for eligible hours).


• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave (PSL), and paid holidays.


• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development.