Registered Dental Assistant Jobs in Arizona

Registered Dental Assistant jobs in Arizona are concentrated in Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa, where large dental service organizations and private practices maintain steady year-round hiring across general dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery. Major employers with an established Arizona presence include Aspen Dental, Sonoran Desert Dental, and Pacific Dental Services, alongside independent multi-location practices that recruit at every level from entry-level assistants to experienced leads. Arizona consistently ranks among the more active markets in the Southwest for this credential, driven by population growth and expanded access-to-care initiatives across the metro areas. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top employerPDS Health
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring15
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
My Dentist
Mesa, Arizona
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$55 - $65/hr
On-Site
Local Anesthesia Certification

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Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
American Dental Companies
Surprise, Arizona
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$48 - $52/hr
Local Anesthesia Certification
11-50

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Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
PDS Health
Phoenix, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$36 - $50/hr
10,000+

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Registered Dental Hygienist | On Pointe Dentistry | Phoenix, AZ
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Registered Dental Hygienist | On Pointe Dentistry | Phoenix, AZ
United Dental Corporation
Phoenix, Arizona
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$50 - $55/hr
Local Anesthesia Certification

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Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH
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Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH
Rose Crest Dental
Chandler, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$45 - $55/hr
Local Anesthesia Certification

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Registered Dental Assistant Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Phoenix
5 jobs
Scottsdale
4 jobs
Chandler
3 jobs
Mesa
2 jobs
Tucson
2 jobs
Surprise
2 jobs
Cottonwood
2 jobs
Tempe
1 job
Peoria
1 job

Registered Dental Assistant Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • PDS Health12
  • United Dental Corporation3
  • My Dentist1
  • Phoenix Nanny1
  • Angel Dentistry1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered dental assistant jobs across Arizona.

  • Active Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners registration as a registered dental assistant
  • Current radiography certification required to expose dental X-rays independently in Arizona
  • Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification preferred or required by many Arizona practices
  • Current CPR and basic life support certification from an accredited provider
  • Experience with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • Strong chairside assisting skills across general dentistry and specialty procedures

Registered Dental Assistant Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered dental assistant in Arizona?

You become a registered dental assistant in Arizona by applying to the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners after completing an accredited dental assisting program or meeting the Board's alternative work-experience pathway. Candidates must also pass a Board-approved examination and hold a current radiography certification before practicing independently. Many Arizona community colleges, including those in the Maricopa County and Pima County systems, offer accredited programs that satisfy Board requirements.

Which companies hire registered dental assistants in Arizona?

Arizona registered dental assistant roles are posted by PDS Health, United Dental Corporation, and My Dentist and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's large and growing dental service organization presence means multi-location group practices are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings across the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas.

Which Arizona cities have the most registered dental assistant jobs?

Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Chandler have the most registered dental assistant openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates the count as the state's largest metro with the highest concentration of dental service organizations and specialty practices, while Tucson's strong university and healthcare infrastructure anchors demand in southern Arizona and surrounding suburbs like Mesa, Chandler, and Scottsdale add consistent volume due to rapid residential growth.

Are there remote registered dental assistant jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're rare. Registered dental assisting is a hands-on chairside role that requires physical presence in a clinical setting, so the work is almost entirely on-site by nature. About 0% of registered dental assistant openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those postings typically involve administrative coordination, patient scheduling, or dental records management rather than clinical duties.

How can I get hired as a registered dental assistant in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited dental assisting program at an Arizona community college, which gives you clinical hours and makes you eligible for Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners registration before you apply. Large Arizona dental service organizations like Aspen Dental and Pacific Dental Services regularly hire new graduates into training-supported associate positions. Candidates coming from dental receptionist or sterilization technician roles also find those backgrounds open doors, especially when paired with a current radiography certification.

Where can I find and apply to registered dental assistant jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to registered dental assistant jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level, preferred city, and practice type, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No signup is required to see the listings.

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