Dental Assistant Jobs in Sacramento, 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

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Dental: Ortho Asst 2-5 Days/ Week

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT : WELCOME TO YOUR PASSION AND CAREER!! Our Practice is selectively looking to add a key member to our team. This Clinical position of is available 2-5 days per week. Basic...

Ortho Assistant-RDA

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Assistant certification (RDA or CDA preferred, depending on state requirements) Orthodontic assisting experience highly preferred Ability to travel to multiple office locations (travel mileage, ) Valid...

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We're looking for a Registered Dental Assistant professional who will work closely with our Dentist. Our commitment is in everything we do....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Ortho Registered Dental Assistant

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Reports To: Patient Care Leader Position Status: Non-exempt The Role The primary duty of the Ortho Registered Dental Assistant is to assist in the overall delivery of orthodontic care and to be an integral...

Dental Assistant, Correctional Facility

  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: One year of experience as a dental assistant....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 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 Assistant

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Pure Dentistry is searching for a full-time Dental Assistant passionate about providing our patients with excellent customer service and clinical care....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 days ago

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

Dental Assisting Adjunct Assistant Professor Pool

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 days ago

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

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Dr. Hinton

  • Fair Oaks, CA (13 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Fair Oaks, CA (13 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Brock Hinton is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to join the Prosthodontic Dental Group....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 27 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....

Dental Assistant - Mobile Medicine - Health on Wheels

  • Sacramento, CA (8 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (8 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 27 days ago

In lieu of a completed dental assisting program, Dental Assistant may be enrolled in Elica's internal dental assistant training program and must successfully complete the requirements within 1 month...

Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 27 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....

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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


Highest Education Level

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



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