Dental Assistant Jobs in Davis, 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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Registered Dental Assistant (RDA/DA) - Sean Rhee DDS

  • Woodland, CA (9 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodland, CA (9 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 1 day ago

, is looking for an upbeat, dependable, and team-oriented Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Dental Assistant (DA) to join us in Woodland, CA....

Registered Dental Assistant II

  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Registered Dental Assistant II shall be responsible for performing all basic registered dental assistant duties such as coronal polishing, fabrication of temporary crowns, temporary...

Dental Assistant II

  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 4 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Dental Assistant II is an entry level position that require certification as dental assistant....

Full-Time Dental Assistant RDA

  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Dental Assistant Rda Sacramento, CA, USA...

Dental Assistant

  • Davis, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Davis, CA
  • 6 days ago

POSITION TITLE: Dental Assistant DEPARTMENT: Dental REPORTS TO TITLE: Dental Back Office Supervisor DLSE/FLSA STATUS: ( ) ____Exempt/Salaried position _X__Nonexempt/Hourly position SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES...

Dental Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities The Dental Assistant assists in the delivery of dental services to the participants of the InnovAge PACE programs....

Orthodontic Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

  • Vacaville, CA (15 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (15 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview Orthodontic Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Summary: The Orthodontic Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting orthodontic care by assisting in procedures...

Dental Assistant

  • Vacaville, CA (15 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (15 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Overview Dental Assistant - Pediatric's At Choice Healthcare Services you are able to utilize your Dental Assisting skills working with Pediatric dentists and anesthesiologists....

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Esthetic Dentistry and Implants

  • Rio Linda, CA (21 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rio Linda, CA (21 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Registered Dental Assistant position....

Dental Assistant - West Fairfield

  • Fairfield, CA (22 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Fairfield, CA (22 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Previous Dental Assistant or related experience preferred. Must certify and remain current in CPR. Radiation Safety Certificate required. 8-hour Infection Control course required....

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

  • Vacaville, CA (15 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (15 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Dental Assistant License X-Ray Certification Coronal Polish Certification Current BLS certification Sealant Certification, preferred...

Dental Assistant/RDA

  • Fairfield, CA (22 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Fairfield, CA (22 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 24 days ago

We would like an experienced dental assistant with at least 2 years' experience....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 24 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...

Dental Assisting Adjunct Assistant Professor Pool

  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Must have Certified Dental Assistant license. Must have Registered Dental Assistant License. Must have current CPR certification....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (17 miles from Davis, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Functions Perform chairside duties to include four-handed dentistry. Clean, sanitize, and maintain dental operatories; maintain proper sterilization of instruments and materials....

Demographic Data for Davis, CA

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Davis, CA

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Highest Education Level

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



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