Dental Assistant - Advanced Chairside & Ortho Prep

Rodeo-Dental-; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodeo Dental in Tucson, AZ seeks a dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to support doctors with chairside assistance, manage tray setups, and maintain patient records.

Responsibilities include imaging, infection control, patient education, and handling emergencies while ensuring safety and quality care.

Candidates should have HS diploma, active RDA license, CPR, and experience with Open Dental/Dentrix; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• The candidate must hold an active RDA license.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Experience with Open Dental or Dentrix is a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• End of week inventory to be provided to Lead DA to replenish inventory
• Make patient safety and team safety the top priority
• Adhere to OSHA and Infection Control Protocols
• Maintain and update digital patient information
• Prepare tray setups per doctor preferences and procedures
• Keep exam rooms clean, disinfected, and stocked to standard
• Educate patients and parents on oral health benefits
• Monitor patient physical and emotional well being during visits
• Review patient chart and health history prior to doctor arrival
• Take diagnostic quality X-Rays and attach to chart
• Assist with orthodontic procedures and settings
• Maintain crash cart equipment and supplies
• Work with sedated patients in office and hospital settings
• Provide excellent chairside assistance and stay synchronized with doctor
• Explain post-op instructions to patient and parent

Skills

Active RDA license

CPR certification

Nitrous oxide monitoring certification

OSHA training

HIPAA training

Open Dental/Dentrix experience

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dental practice management software (Open Dental/Dentrix)

Job description

Rodeo Dental in Tucson, AZ seeks a dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to support doctors with chairside assistance, manage tray setups, and maintain patient records.

Responsibilities include imaging, infection control, patient education, and handling emergencies while ensuring safety and quality care.

Candidates should have HS diploma, active RDA license, CPR, and experience with Open Dental/Dentrix; Spanish is a plus.