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Registered Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Texas A&M University System·Dallas, Texas

$22 - $22/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide direct chairside assistance to graduate students during oral surgery examinations and treatments using four-handed dentistry. Manage environmental health standards through sterilization, disinfection, and the operation of radiographic equipment.

Job Title

Registered Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Oral Surgery

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location: Dallas, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values [https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html] which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry [https://dentistry.tamu.edu/] in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The College of Dentistry is looking for an OMS Dental Assistant(Levels I-III) to serve in the department of Oral Surgery.

We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above.

The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment.

This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine.

If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

What you need to know

Salary

  • Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.
  • Dental
  • Assistant I: starting at $17.78/hour
  • Dental
  • Assistant II: starting at $19.56/hour
  • Dental
  • Assistant
  • III: starting at $21.51/hour

Work Schedule/Location

Located in Dallas, TX, this an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm.

Cover Letter/Resume

A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Required education and experience

Dental Assistant I

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Dental Assistant II

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience AND 2 years of experience as a registered dental assistant in a private practice, clinic, or dental training program. Must have some experience with dental implant procedures.

Dental Assistant III

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience AND 4 years of experience as a registered dental assistant in a private practice, clinic, or dental training program. Must have some experience with dental implant procedures.

Required Licenses and Certifications - FOR ALL LEVELS

  • CPR certified.
  • Registered Dental Assistant.

Preferred Qualifications

  • DAANCE certification
  • Experience with IV sedation
  • Previous Oral Surgery Experience
  • Experience working in high volume educational institute

Responsibilities

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Performs indirect patient care procedures to include preparing the patient and treatment room for the specific type of appointment.
  • Responds to student and patient inquiries regarding clinical policies and dental procedures not requiring the advice of a dentist.
  • Provides direct chairside assistance to graduate students during the examination and treatment of patients.
  • Four handed dentistry procedures are utilized, and suction and retraction needs are anticipated and performed without interfering with the vision or access of the student.
  • Environmental Health Standards
  • Performs disinfection/sterilization including handling of bloodborne pathogens in the operatory, instruments and equipment according to OSHA and local policy and procedure.
  • Utilizes recommended infection control procedures at all times.
  • Utilizes dental materials and instruments for procedures and ensure the setups are appropriate for the dental procedure performed.
  • Medical Imaging
  • Provides radiographic services and assist with oral photography.
  • Operate dental radiographs equipment to take intra oral radiographs.
  • Assist in obtaining pre-treatment and post insertion photographic records to include retraction and mirror positioning.
  • Prepare, mix and assist in the use of the various materials, following manufacturer guidelines or the instructions of the dentist.

Why Texas A&M University?

  • We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.
  • Medical, [https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/] prescription drug, [https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/prescriptions-express-scripts/] dental, [https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/] vision, [https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/vision-insurance/] life and AD&D, [https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/] flexible spending accounts [https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/flexible-spending-accounts/], and long-term disability insurance [https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/] with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
  • 12-15 days [https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html] of annual paid holidays
  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave [https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html] and at least eight hours of paid vacation [https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html] each month
  • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas []

Instructions to Applicants

Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and Registered Dental Assistant certification with CPR certification for all levels. Higher levels require 2 to 4 years of experience in private practice or clinics, specifically including dental implant procedures.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Organizational Skills
  • Patient Care
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Patient Preparation
  • Sterilization
  • Infection Control
  • Radiography
  • IV Sedation
  • Four Handed Dentistry
  • Dental Implant Procedures
  • Oral Photography
  • Clinical Policy Communication

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Teacher Retirement System of Texas Enrollment
  • Free Exercise Programs
  • LinkedIn Learning Training
  • Annual Paid Holidays
  • Conference and Workshop Support

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$22 - $22/hr
Location
Dallas, Texas
Posted
Jun 16, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Texas A&M University System

Prairie View A&M University is a public historically black-land grant university in Prairie View, Texas. Founded in 1876, it is one of Texas's two land grant universities and the second oldest institution of higher learning in the state.

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  • Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning [https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/] training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
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  • Market context

    Texas oral surgery assistants remain in demand

    In Texas, Registered Dental Assistant roles in oral surgery are typically competitive because clinics look for certified assistants who can support implant procedures, maintain strict sterilization standards, and work smoothly in fast-paced surgical settings. This role’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description on this platform, saving you research time; if you’re applying, confirm your RDA and CPR credentials and highlight any private practice or implant experience in your resume.

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