Registered Dental Assistant Jobs in Texas

Registered Dental Assistant jobs in Texas represent one of the most active markets in the country, with strong demand at every level from newly certified assistants through lead and senior roles, concentrated in private group practices, dental service organizations, and specialty clinics. The highest hiring volumes are in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where large providers like Aspen Dental, Dental Care Alliance, and Baylor Scott & White Health maintain significant footprints. The most consistently in-demand specialties are orthodontics, oral surgery assisting, and expanded-duties general dentistry. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles10+
Top employerRodeo Dental & Orthodontics
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring7
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant
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Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
Cypress, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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Ortho Registered Dental Assistant
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Ortho Registered Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
Laredo, Texas
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Specialty Registered Dental Assistant
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Specialty Registered Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
Odessa, Texas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
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High School

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Travel Ortho Registered Dental Assistant
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Travel Ortho Registered Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
Fort Worth, Texas
Healthcare Administration
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Ortho Registered Dental Assistant
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Ortho Registered Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
Edinburg, Texas
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Registered Dental Assistant Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
2 jobs
Fort Worth
2 jobs
Laredo
2 jobs
Cypress
1 jobs
Edinburg
1 jobs
Odessa
1 jobs
Plano
1 jobs

Registered Dental Assistant Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
    Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics7
  • Western Dental & Orthodontics
    Western Dental & Orthodontics2
  • Texas A&M University
    Texas A&M University1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services7
  • Science & Research1

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Active Texas State Board of Dental Examiners registration as a registered dental assistant
  • Completion of an accredited dental assisting program or equivalent board-approved education
  • Current radiography certification recognized by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners
  • Valid CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Proficiency with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • Experience with chairside assisting, infection control protocols, and sterilization procedures

Registered Dental Assistant Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered dental assistant in Texas?

To become a registered dental assistant in Texas, you must apply for registration with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners after completing an accredited dental assisting program or meeting the board's equivalent education requirements. You also need to pass a board-recognized exam covering dental assisting competencies and hold a valid radiography certification. Once registered, you must maintain your registration through continuing education as required by the board.

How much do registered dental assistants make in Texas?

Registered dental assistants in Texas earn a median of about $45,430 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $35,400 for the lowest 10% to over $57,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire registered dental assistants in Texas?

Employers hiring registered dental assistants in Texas right now include Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics, Western Dental & Orthodontics, and Texas A&M University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large network of dental service organizations and multi-location group practices means steady openings across both urban centers and suburban communities throughout the state.

Which Texas cities have the most registered dental assistant jobs?

The cities with the most registered dental assistant openings in Texas are Dallas, Fort Worth, and Laredo. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth lead because of their sheer population size and the density of dental service organizations and specialty group practices headquartered or heavily concentrated there, while San Antonio's large military-affiliated and community health populations drive consistent demand across general and specialty dental offices.

Are there remote registered dental assistant jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Registered dental assisting is fundamentally a chairside, hands-on role, so the vast majority of positions require in-person work. About 0% of registered dental assistant openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to be administrative or care coordination roles that overlap with dental assisting functions rather than traditional clinical positions.

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

The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited dental assisting program in Texas, which many community colleges such as Houston Community College and San Antonio College offer, and then applying directly to high-volume dental service organizations that run structured onboarding for new graduates. Candidates who hold their Texas State Board of Dental Examiners registration and a radiography certification before applying have a clear edge. Lateral moves from dental receptionist or sterilization technician roles at multi-location practices are another common door into a chairside assisting position.

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

You can find and apply to registered dental assistant jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across dental service organizations, specialty practices, and group clinics statewide. Find the roles that fit your credentials and location and apply directly from the listings below.

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