About
Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$46.5k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
46%
Post-secondary certificate
29%
High school diploma or equivalent
17%
Some college, no degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
Dental Assistant (DA)
Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA)
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)