Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro & Ortho Support

Rodeo-Dental-; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodeo Dental in Tucson, AZ is seeking a skilled Registered Dental Assistant to support clinicians during exams and procedures. You will prepare trays, handle chairside assistance, take X-rays when required, and help maintain patient comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate will have an active RDA license, CPR certification, and familiarity with Open Dental or Dentrix. Bilingual Spanish speakers are preferred to serve our diverse patient base.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active RDA license registered with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE)
• CPR certification preferred
• Nitrous oxide monitoring certification
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training
• Dental practice management software experience (Open Dental/Dentrix) helpful
• Bilingual Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• End of week inventory to replenish inventory
• Provide patient and team safety priority
• Adhere to OSHA and Infection Control protocols
• Maintain and update digital patient information
• Prepare tray setups according to doctor preferences
• Keep exam rooms clean, disinfected, stocked, and organized
• Educate patients and parents on oral health
• Monitor patient well-being during visits
• Review patient charts and health history before doctor arrival
• Take diagnostic X-Rays and attach to chart
• Support team with office cleanliness and IC protocol
• Complete daily assignments
• Monitor patient vital signs
• Assist with dental procedures and orthodontics
• Set up and remove braces components
• Prepare retainers, bleaching trays, and impressions
• Maintain crash cart equipment and supplies
• Work with sedated patients in office and hospital settings
• Provide excellent chairside assistance and anticipate next steps
• Explain post-op instructions to patients and parents

Skills

High school diploma

Active RDA license

CPR certification

Nitrous oxide monitoring

OSHA training

HIPAA training

Infection control training

Open Dental

Dentrix

Spanish bilingual (preferred)

Tools

Open Dental

Dentrix

Job description

Rodeo Dental in Tucson, AZ is seeking a skilled Registered Dental Assistant to support clinicians during exams and procedures. You will prepare trays, handle chairside assistance, take X-rays when required, and help maintain patient comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate will have an active RDA license, CPR certification, and familiarity with Open Dental or Dentrix. Bilingual Spanish speakers are preferred to serve our diverse patient base.