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 | $28,500 | $34,460 | $39,960 | $48,380 | $55,480 |
| Hourly Wage | $13.70 | $16.57 | $19.21 | $23.26 | $26.67 |
| Location | 2019 Employment | 2029 Employment | Percent change | Annual projected job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 8,600 | 9,820 | 14% | 1,150 |
| United States | 354,600 | 378,000 | 7% | 39,000 |
| School | Program Name | Location | Length / Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Albany, GA | At least one but less than two years: 15 |
| Altierus Career College-Norcross | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Norcross, GA | At least one but less than two years: 95 |
| Athens Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Athens, GA | At least one but less than two years: 11 |
| Atlanta Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Atlanta, GA | At least one but less than two years: 10 Less than one year: 11 |
| Augusta Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Augusta, GA | At least one but less than two years: 21 |
| Central Georgia Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Warner Robins, GA | At least one but less than two years: 7 |
| Columbus Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Columbus, GA | At least one but less than two years: 8 Less than one year: 9 |
| Fortis College-Smyrna | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Smyrna, GA | 2 years: 37 |
| Georgia Northwestern Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Rome, GA | At least one but less than two years: 15 Less than one year: 16 |
| Gwinnett Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Lawrenceville, GA | At least one but less than two years: 10 Less than one year: 11 |
| Job Title | Company | Location | Date Posted | Federal Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .Net Software Engineer | Nelnet | Atlanta, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | Yes |
| 3rd Shift Inventory Specialist | Synovos | Social Circle, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | No |
| Administrative Assistant | Senior Lifestyle | Snellville, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | No |
| Administrative Assistant | International Fire Protection Inc. | Tifton, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | No |
| Air Import Agent | Expeditors | Atlanta, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | Yes |
| Application Developer | Catalent Pharma Solutions | Georgia | 07/23/2021 | Yes |
| Area Sales Manager | Encompass Home Health | Columbus, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | No |
| Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN) $2,500.00 Sign on Bonus available | life care | Lawrenceville, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | No |
| Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN) $2,500.00 Sign on Bonus available | life care | Lawrenceville, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | No |
| Assistant Health Information Management Director | HCA, Hospital Corporation of America | Savannah, Georgia | 07/23/2021 | No |
