Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Make a Real Impact Every Day – Join the Planet Dental Team Location: In-Office | Laredo, TX | Full-Time | Starting at $14/hr

At Planet Dental, we believe that dental care is essential to overall health—and that every team member plays a critical role in improving our patients’ lives. We're building a team that takes pride in professionalism, patient-centered care, and clinical excellence. If you're a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant looking to take your career to the next level, we’d love to meet you.

We are looking for individuals who are committed to making a meaningful difference through their work every day.

Your Role Matters:

As a Registered Dental Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of our clinical team, assisting in procedures, educating patients, and ensuring every patient receives outstanding care. Your role is vital to helping patients feel safe, confident, and supported throughout their dental experience.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist chairside during dental procedures with attention to detail and efficiency
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and preventive care
• Take high-quality digital X-rays and intraoral images
• Apply topical anesthetics and fluoride
• Take impressions and bite registrations; fabricate temporary crowns
• Remove excess cement from restorations and orthodontic bands
• Pour models, trim stone/plaster, and create mouth guards and custom trays
• Maintain strict infection control through room disinfection and instrument sterilization
• Contribute to a smooth-running, patient-focused clinic
• Other responsibilities as assigned to support patient care and clinical success

Required Qualifications:

• Active Texas RDA license with at least 2 years of experience
• Current BLS certification
• Strong communication skills and a calm, professional demeanor
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical setting

Certification Support:

At Planet Dental, we believe in supporting your professional growth. That’s why we offer assistance in obtaining your:

• Coronal Polishing Certification
• Pit & Fissure Sealant Certification
• Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification

We invest in our team—because when you grow, so does the care we provide to our patients.

Why Join Planet Dental?

We proudly serve the Laredo community with compassion, clinical integrity, and a strong commitment to patient education and prevention. Our culture is rooted in respect—for patients and for each other. You'll be part of a team that values professionalism, supports your development, and recognizes the importance of your work.

Ready to use your skills where they truly matter? Apply today and take the next meaningful step in your dental career with Planet Dental.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person