Dental Assistant Jobs in Laguna Woods, 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

  • Santa Ana, CA (11 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (11 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 11 hours 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/RDA--Signing Bonus

  • Tustin, CA (10 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (10 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day 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 (10 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (10 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day 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 - Orthodontics

  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Join Our Exceptional Orthodontics Team! Are you a passionate, dedicated professional looking to make a significant impact on patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment?...

Dental Assistant

  • Orange, CA (14 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, CA (14 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Dental Assistant

  • San Juan Capistrano, CA (10 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Juan Capistrano, CA (10 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Secondarily, the Dental Assistant is responsible for providing front office support, ensuring that a high level of customer service is provided to health center patients and caretakers....

Dental assistant DA, RDA, new graduate or extern needed

  • Anaheim, CA (21 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (21 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a bilingual Spanish speaking DA or RDA. New graduates are welcomed as we are willing to train. Hours may be flexible depending on your needs. Office hours are Monday to Friday 9 am...

Dental Assistant in Training

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (5 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (5 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Now is the time to join Laguna Niguel Dental Group and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career...

Specialty Dental Assistant Pediatrics

  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 3 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

  • Buena Park, CA (22 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (22 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Let us help you take the next step in your career at our Western Dental/Brident Offices as a Floor Supervisor! At Western Dental/Brident Offices we have modern, fully equipped state of...

Dental Assistant with Front Office skills - No experience OK

  • Lake Forest, CA (1 mile from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (1 mile from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Dental Assistant with Front Office skills (Lake Forest, CA) Looking for part / full time - LOOKING FOR VERY RELIABLE CANDIDATE. Dental Assistant, who likes front office....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Laguna Beach, CA (5 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (5 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Dental Assistant

  • Irvine, CA (9 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (9 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 6 days ago

| FFS Office Dentistry Bliss, a small and highly personalized fee-for-service dental office in Irvine, CA, is looking for a reliable and experienced Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant...

Dental Assistant / RDA

  • Brea, CA (23 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brea, CA (23 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Dental X ray certification and Coronal polishing certificate required. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. post id: ... [ ]...

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Eastvale, CA (22 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Eastvale, CA (22 miles from Laguna Woods, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Registered Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties....

Demographic Data for Laguna Woods, CA

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Laguna Woods, CA

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Highest Education Level

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



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