Dental Assistant Jobs in Burbank, CA

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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Orthodontic Assistant

  • Encino, CA (12 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Encino, CA (12 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Join the Smile Squad at Kahan Orthodontics! Position: Orthodontic Assistant Location: Tarzana / Encino Are you passionate about creating beautiful smiles and making patients feel like family?...

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Registered Dental Assistant United American Indian Involvement 25.53 To 31.91 (USD) Hourly United States, California, Los Angeles Jun 11, 2025 Job Summary Incumbent is responsible for greeting visitors...

Dental Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 1 day ago

REQUIREMENTS: Dental Assistant certificate from a vocational school, or special training program for Dental Assistants. Dental X-ray License. Minimum two years' experience as a Dental Assistant....

Dental Assistant

  • Burbank, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 1 day ago

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

Dental Assistant

  • Glendale, CA (2 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (2 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 2 days ago

polishing course Certified Dental Assistant preferred but not required At least one year experience in dental office setting preferred but not required Bilingual in Spanish/English or Armenian/English...

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Palmdale, CA (24 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palmdale, CA (24 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 2 days ago

$23.50-$32.75 / Hourly Registered Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties....

Dental Office Mananger/ Dental Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Dental Office Manager / Biller/ Dental assistant We are seeking a highly experienced Dental Office Manager/ Dental assistant with a professional, caring personality to join our private practice....

Dental Assistant needed in Beverly Hills

  • Beverly Hills, CA (10 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (10 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Dental assistant with at least 5 years experience. xrays, sterilization, chair side assisting. Unscheduled treatment scheduling & recall scheduling. Experience with Dentrix/ Dexis is a plus....

Dental Assistant/ Receptionist

  • Encino, CA (12 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Encino, CA (12 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Private dental office is looking for a dental assistant/ receptionist who is familiar with Dentrix software and has 2 years experience in dental field....

Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics

  • West Covina, CA (22 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (22 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 5 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....

Registered Dental Assistant I

  • Sun Valley, CA (3 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (3 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Reports to: Chief Dental Officer (CDO), Manager of Dental Operations, RDA Business Office Manager Qualifications: Registered Dental Assistant I Registered Dental Assistant license issued by the Dental...

Ortho Assistant-RDA

  • Hawthorne, CA (19 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (19 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Ortho Assistant-RDA Job Locations US-CA-Hawthorne ID 2025-21393 Category Back Office Staff Position Type Regular Full-Time Company Brand Western Dental & Orthodontics Urgently Hiring Yes Min USD...

Rda - Ef

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications: Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license. Certification in Expanded Functions (EF). Minimum of 1 year of experience as a dental assistant....

Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Must Have: -Coronal Polish Certificate -Infection Control Certificate -Current California Dental Assistant Certification -CPR Certificate -X-Ray license -Excellent communication skills $25-$30 per hour...

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Burbank, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Credentialed as a valid licensed Registered Dental Assistant with the following certifications: Coronal polishing / X-Rays Cert....

Demographic Data for Burbank, CA

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Burbank, CA

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Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Burbank, CA 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 Burbank, CA
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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