Dental Assistant Jobs in San Tan Valley, AZ

A Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in the dental industry by assisting dentists during patient procedures, providing patient care and comfort, preparing dental instruments, sterilizing instruments, and performing office management tasks. They also perform laboratory duties such as making dental casts and taking digital x-rays. Their role is vital to the smooth operation of dental clinics and hospitals, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care and support. Dental Assistants should have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, adept manual dexterity, and high levels of patience and empathy.

Dental Assistants must have proper certifications, often requiring the completion of an accredited dental assistant program resulting in a certificate or diploma. Some states may require dental assistants to be licensed or registered, involving passing a written or practical exam. Before becoming a Dental Assistant, a person may start their career as a Dental Office Receptionist handling scheduling and billing. Others may begin as a Dental Hygienist, focusing on preventative dental care, or as a Medical Assistant, gaining foundational healthcare skills that can be applied in a dental setting.

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Dental Assistant

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 3 hours ago

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring our patients receive the best care possible....

Surgical Dental Assistant

  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 5 hours ago

Assistant experience preferred State-specific Dental Assistant license or certifications required RDA and CPR certification About Advanced Dental Implant Center: Advanced Dental Implant Center clinics...

Dental Assistant

  • Gilbert, AZ (17 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (17 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Dental Assistant Bluebird Pediatric Dentistry Gilbert, AZ 85233 Posted about 11 hours New We are interesting in hiring a new grad as a dental assistant for our pediatric dental office in Gilbert, AZ...

Specialty Dental Assistant Pediatrics

  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Dental assistants must work effectively with co-workers including Specialty dental assistants, patients, and the front office by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner....

Dental Assistant

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

We are happy to share an exciting opportunity for a Dental Assistant!...

Traveling Dental Assistant, Ortho

  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 7 days ago

that Increase Starting Pay Experience EFDA Cert X-Ray Certification Bilingual Spanish Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable...

Dental Assistant

  • Gilbert, AZ (17 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (17 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 8 days ago

We are happy to share an exciting opportunity for a Dental Assistant!...

ASDOH - Ortho Dental Assistant

  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

Still University's Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH) is seeking a full-time non-exempt Dental Assistant for Orthodontics on the Mesa, Arizona campus....

Dental Assistant

  • Tempe, AZ (24 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (24 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable...

Dental Assistant, Hygiene

  • Tempe, AZ (24 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (24 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable...

Dental Assistant

  • Queen Creek, AZ
  • 16 days ago
  • Queen Creek, AZ
  • 16 days ago

Overview Dental Assistant Summary: The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing...

Experienced Dental Assistant

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 25 days ago

As a Dental Assistant, you will be responsible for: Assisting the dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency....

Dental Assistant

  • Queen Creek, AZ
  • 25 days ago
  • Queen Creek, AZ
  • 25 days ago

Wolff Family Dentistry & Orthodontics is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our dedicated team of professionals!...

Dental Assistant

  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (23 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 25 days ago

Associate's degree in Dental Assisting program Stellar verbal and written communication skills RHS Certified Coronal Polish certificate (nice to have) More about your role as a Dental Assistant: Prepare...

Dental Assistant

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from San Tan Valley, AZ)
  • 27 days ago

In this role, you'll be an important member of the clinical team, working alongside GPs and other Specialty Clinicians dedicated to serving patients. You'll be supporting many sides of the...

Demographic Data for San Tan Valley, AZ

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in San Tan Valley, AZ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireDental research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in San Tan Valley, AZ offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
High School or GED
24.2%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
16.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Assistants in San Tan Valley, AZ
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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