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 | $27,570 | $32,590 | $39,280 | $46,410 | $50,980 |
| Hourly Wage | $13.26 | $15.67 | $18.88 | $22.31 | $24.51 |
| Location | 2019 Employment | 2029 Employment | Percent change | Annual projected job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 5,350 | 5,940 | 11% | 690 |
| United States | 354,600 | 378,000 | 7% | 39,000 |
| School | Program Name | Location | Length / Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concorde Career College-Kansas City | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Kansas City, MO | Less than one year: 63 |
| Franklin Technology Center Adult Education | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Joplin, MO | At least one but less than two years: 12 |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Kansas City, MO | 2 years: 6 At least one but less than two years: 13 |
| Midwest Institute | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Fenton, MO | Less than one year: 49 |
| Midwest Technical Institute-Springfield | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Springfield, MO | At least one but less than two years: 75 |
| Ozarks Technical Community College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Springfield, MO | 2 years: 46 At least one but less than two years: 28 |
| Pinnacle Career Institute-South Kansas City | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Kansas City, MO | At least one but less than two years: 12 |
| Saint Louis Community College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Bridgeton, MO | At least one but less than two years: 13 |
| State Technical College of Missouri | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Linn, MO | At least one but less than two years: 14 |
| Job Title | Company | Location | Date Posted | Federal Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director of Nursing RN | Riverbend Health & Rehab | Lexington, Missouri | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Charge Nurse RN, Hourly | Green Park Senior Living Community | St. Louis, Missouri | 04/18/2021 | No |
| Facility Housekeeper | U-Haul | O Fallon, Missouri | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Financial Customer Service Representative - Remote | Sykes | St. Louis, Missouri | 04/18/2021 | Yes |
| Financial Customer Service Representative - Remote | Sykes | Kansas City, Missouri | 04/18/2021 | Yes |
| Hospice CNA - Full Time Days - Independence, MO | Good Shepherd Hospice | Independence, Missouri | 04/18/2021 | No |
| Hospice Sales Consultant - Full Time | Good Shepherd Hospice | Kansas City, Missouri | 04/18/2021 | No |
| LPN | Riverbend Health & Rehab | Odessa, Missouri | 04/19/2021 | No |
| Materials Handling Technician | Owens Corning | Joplin, Missouri | 04/19/2021 | Yes |
| Nurse Educator LPN or RN | Riverbend Health & Rehab | Lexington, Missouri | 04/19/2021 | No |
