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 | $27,830 | $33,020 | $38,540 | $46,340 | $53,050 |
| Hourly Wage | $13.38 | $15.87 | $18.53 | $22.28 | $25.51 |
| Location | 2019 Employment | 2029 Employment | Percent change | Annual projected job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 9,950 | 9,740 | -2% | 1,080 |
| United States | 354,600 | 378,000 | 7% | 39,000 |
| School | Program Name | Location | Length / Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baker College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Owosso, MI | At least one but less than two years: 9 |
| Delta College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | University Center, MI | 2 years: 10 At least two but less than four years: 3 |
| Dorsey School of Business-Dearborn | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Detroit, MI | At least one but less than two years: 35 |
| Dorsey School of Business-Roseville | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Roseville, MI | At least one but less than two years: 30 |
| Grand Rapids Community College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Grand Rapids, MI | 2 years: 13 At least one but less than two years: 5 |
| Lake Michigan College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Benton Harbor, MI | 2 years: 3 At least one but less than two years: 3 |
| Mott Community College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Flint, MI | 2 years: 11 At least one but less than two years: 0 |
| Northwestern Michigan College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Traverse City, MI | 2 years: 8 At least one but less than two years: 14 |
| Ross College-Grand Rapids North | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Grand Rapids, MI | At least one but less than two years: 9 |
| Ross Medical Education Center - Kalamazoo | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Kalamazoo, MI | At least one but less than two years: 10 |
| Job Title | Company | Location | Date Posted | Federal Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Store Manager | Clarks Shoes | Auburn Hills, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Care Giver | Sunrise Senior Living | Plymouth, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| Caregiver | Brookdale Senior Living | Bay City, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| Cook-Prep | Aimbridge Hospitality | Pontiac, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Engineer | Aimbridge Hospitality | Grand Rapids, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Financial Customer Service Representative - Remote | Sykes | Detroit, Michigan | 04/18/2021 | Yes |
| Finished Vehicles Systems Analyst | General Motors | Warren, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Full-Time Manager-in-Training (Assistant Manager) | Tradehome Shoes | Muskegon, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Lead Care Giver | Sunrise Senior Living | Plymouth, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| Lead Care Giver | Sunrise Senior Living | Plymouth, Michigan | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
