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.
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.
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Certified Registered Dental Assistant, Dental Assistant (DA), Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA), Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery Assistant, Orthodontic Assistant (Ortho Assistant), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Surgical Dental Assistant
| Percentile | 10% | 25% | 50% (Median) | 75% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Wage | $28,710 | $33,850 | $41,320 | $50,970 | $60,820 |
| Hourly Wage | $13.81 | $16.28 | $19.86 | $24.51 | $29.24 |
| Location | 2019 Employment | 2029 Employment | Percent change | Annual projected job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 59,300 | 68,400 | 15% | 8,070 |
| United States | 354,600 | 378,000 | 7% | 39,000 |
| School | Program Name | Location | Length / Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allan Hancock College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Santa Maria, CA | 2 years: 12 At least one but less than two years: 25 Less than one year: 0 |
| American Career College-Anaheim | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Anaheim, CA | Less than one year: 46 |
| American Career College-Los Angeles | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Los Angeles, CA | Less than one year: 97 |
| American Career College-Ontario | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Ontario, CA | Less than one year: 57 |
| American College of Healthcare and Technology | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Riverside, CA | At least one but less than two years: 7 |
| Baldy View Regional Occupational Program | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Ontario, CA | Less than one year: 0 |
| Blake Austin College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Vacaville, CA | At least one but less than two years: 19 |
| Butte County Regional Occupational Program | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Chico, CA | At least one but less than two years: 17 |
| California Healing Arts College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Carson, CA | Less than one year: 0 |
| Career Care Institute | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Lancaster, CA | Less than one year: 21 |
| Job Title | Company | Location | Date Posted | Federal Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Account Manager Social Media Security | Allied Universal | Los Angeles, California | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| Accountant (NE) | D.R. Horton, Inc. | Corona, California | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Assistant Manager Bar Verde Americana at Brand | Nordstrom | Glendale, California | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Automotive Detailer | Enterprise Holdings | Concord, California | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| Care Coordinator | Optum | Torrance, California | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| Carpenter (Full-Time) | Six Flags | Vallejo, California | 04/19/2021 | No |
| CASHIER/FOOD SVC WORKER (FULL-TIME) | Compass Group, North America | SAN MARINO, California | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| CDL Driver | Republic Services | Gardena, California | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| CDL Driver | Republic Services | Fresno, California | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| COOK (FULL AND PART-TIME) | Compass Group, North America | PALO ALTO, California | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
