Entry Level Registered Dental Assistant Jobs
New grad registered dental assistant jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong externship or internship record can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, with employers like Sonrava Health, Family HealthCare Network, and Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics hiring at this level now.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must maintain an active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License registered with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE)
- Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) preferred
- Current certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training
- Dental practice management software (Open Dental/Dentrix) experience helpful
- Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- End of week inventory to be provided to Lead DA to replenish inventory
- Making Patient Safety and Team Safety the number one priority
- Adhering to OSHA and Infection Control Protocols
- Maintaining and upkeeping digital patient information
- Preparing tray set-ups according to doctor preferences and planned procedures
- Keep exam rooms clean, disinfected, organized, and stocked according to the required standards at the beginning and end of each treatment
- Educating patients and parents on the benefits of good oral health
- Monitoring the patient's physical and emotional well-being during the entire visit
- Reviewing the patient chart and health history prior to the doctor arrival and reconfirming the patient's chief concern
- Taking diagnostic quality X-Rays and attaching them to the patient chart
- Helping the Rodeo Team maintain office cleanliness and IC protocol
- Completing daily assignments
- Monitoring and recording patient vital signs
- Suctioning, cutting sutures, and holding retractors
- Mixing amalgam, cement, and pulp paste and preparing impression materials
- Pouring, trimming, and polishing impression trays
- Assisting with bonding, banding, adjusting, and debonding orthodontic patients
- Placing and cementing bands
- Setting up orthodontic brackets and removing excess cement from brackets and bands
- Making retainers, bleaching trays, and impressions
- Maintaining crash cart equipment and supplies
- Working with oral and IV sedated patients in office and hospital settings
- Providing excellent chairside assistance and anticipating next steps to stay in constant mental synchronization with the doctor
- Ensuring the patient and parent comprehends the post-op instructions
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged sitting and standing as needed
- Ability to lift up to 15 lbs
NOTE:
A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the Associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.
Rodeo Dental is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members. Rodeo Dental is an equal opportunity employer and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success.
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Entry Level Registered Dental Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level registered dental assistant job?
Start by completing your RDA certification and any state-required coursework, then highlight your dental assisting externship hours prominently on your resume. Employers hiring at this level prioritize candidates who can demonstrate chairside skills, infection control knowledge, and familiarity with dental software like Eaglesoft or Dentrix. A letter of recommendation from a clinical supervisor or supervising dentist gives entry level applicants a meaningful edge.
Which companies hire entry level registered dental assistants?
Companies hiring entry level registered dental assistants right now include Sonrava Health, Family HealthCare Network, and Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Private dental practices, multi-location dental service organizations, and community health clinics are among the most active employers at this experience level.
Are there remote entry level registered dental assistant jobs?
Yes, though most registered dental assistant roles are chair-side and require an in-person presence. About 0% of entry level registered dental assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve dental insurance coordination, patient scheduling, or administrative support rather than clinical assisting duties.
Are these new grad registered dental assistant jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior registered dental assistant roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts externship or internship hours in place of paid work history, and does not require prior employment as a credentialed assistant. Look for postings that mention training provided or willingness to mentor new graduates.
Which industries hire the most entry level registered dental assistants?
Entry Level registered dental assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because they operate high patient volumes, run multiple operatories, and routinely bring on early-career assistants to build their clinical teams from the ground up.