Dental Assistant

Job Description

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.

DENTAL CAREER PATHWAY

Dental Laboratory
Technician
Dental
Hygienist
Dental
Assistant
Dentist

Orthodontist
Oral Surgeon

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EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Vocational Training

11.2%

10 year growth increase

HIGH

Job Demand

$20 - 28

Wage Range
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