Dental Assistant Jobs in Fountain Valley, 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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Dental Assistant

  • Hacienda Heights, CA (20 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hacienda Heights, CA (20 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

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

Dental Assistant, Registered

  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications You will be required to possess the following: Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) with a valid registration. Six (6) or more months of practical experience as a dental assistant....

RDA/Dental Assistant

  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, - Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations - Take and develop dental x-rays - Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment - Provide...

Traveling Dental Assistant Ortho

  • South Gate, CA (21 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Gate, CA (21 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Dental Assistant - Fantastic Career Opportunities High-end compensation in the industry Large, diverse patient base of all payor types Provide general, specialty and orthodontic services in all offices...

Registered Dental Assistant - Pediatric Dentistry

  • Brea, CA (15 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brea, CA (15 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications You will be required to possess the following: Six (6) or more months of practical experience as a pediatric dental assistant....

Hiring: RDA or EFDA for Lake Forest

  • Lake Forest, CA (15 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (15 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Were on the hunt for a Registered Dental Assistant or EFDA whos looking for more than just another chairside job....

Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

  • San Pedro, CA (18 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Pedro, CA (18 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 4 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...

Dental Assistant - (Temp Coverage)

  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Lead Dental Assistant....

Dental Assistant

  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Dental Assistant West Covina Dental & Orthodontics West Covina, CA 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Part-time Quick Job description Our Best Life Companies is looking to hire Dental Assistants that...

Dental Assistant

  • Laguna Hills, CA (14 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Laguna Hills, CA (14 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 5 days ago

for a full time (30-40 hours per week) Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or experienced Dental Assistant (DA).We are seeking a team......

Dental Assistant

  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We want you to become an excellent Dental Assistant and grow. We will work with you to earn certificates and licenses in California....

Dental Assistant

  • Huntington Park, CA (23 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (23 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Services is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients....

Campus Department Chair, Dental Assistant Program (57877)

  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are currently seeking a Campus Department Chair- Dental Assistant Program to join our team at our West Covina Campus....

DENTAL ASSISTANT/RDA--Signing Bonus

  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Opportunity for Dental Assistant or RDA to join Dental Team. We are looking for a motivated, friendly and reliable individual who has good communication and dental assisting skills....

DENTAL ASSISTANT/RDA--Signing Bonus

  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Fountain Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Opportunity for Dental Assistant or RDA to join Dental Team. We are looking for a motivated, friendly and reliable individual who has good communication and dental assisting skills....

Demographic Data for Fountain Valley, CA

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Fountain Valley, CA

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Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Fountain Valley, CA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
High School or GED
24.1%
Bachelor's Degree
19.0%
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 Fountain Valley, CA
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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