Dental Assistant Jobs in Simi 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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Orthodontic Assistant

  • Encino, CA (17 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Encino, CA (17 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 10 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?...

Dental Assistant

  • Northridge, CA (13 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Northridge, CA (13 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act Utilize Dentrix for patient...

Dental Assistant

  • Agoura Hills, CA (8 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Agoura Hills, CA (8 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

We are a single doctor practice looking to add a dental assistant to our team....

Dental Assistant

  • Westlake Village, CA (7 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA (7 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We would prefer a dental assistant with a x-ray license but are willing to train an enthusiastic candidate...

Dental Assistant

  • Reseda, CA (15 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reseda, CA (15 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The role of Dental Assistant is pivotal within dental practices. As a professional who supports both patients and dentists, the dental assistant ensures smooth operation of dental procedures....

Dental assistant

  • Van Nuys, CA (17 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (17 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Looking for dental assistant with X-ray license. Both Part time and full time position are available. please email your resume....

Dental Assistant Instructor - Part Time

  • Canyon Country, CA (21 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Canyon Country, CA (21 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Dental Assistant (Required) Ability to Relocate: Canyon Country, CA 91351: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person We are committed to diversity....

Dental Assistant, Immediate opening

  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 6 days ago

Established family and cosmetic dental practice is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant....

Back Office Dental Assistant

  • Oxnard, CA (22 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (22 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are a modern, patient-focused dental practice with a friendly team and upbeat work environment. We value collaboration, high standards, and an enjoyable workplace with supportive colleagues....

For Dental Assistant

  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 6 days ago

Established family and cosmetic dental practice is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant....

Dental Assistant

  • Oxnard, CA (22 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (22 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Temporary Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics

  • Northridge, CA (13 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Northridge, CA (13 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 9 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

  • San Fernando, CA (20 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Fernando, CA (20 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Assists dentist at chair side, employing the latest concept of four-handed dentistry....

Dental Assistant - Surgical

  • Encino, CA (17 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Encino, CA (17 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Experience: Certified as a Dental Assistant by the A.D.A....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Newbury Park, CA (9 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Newbury Park, CA (9 miles from Simi Valley, CA)
  • 19 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Simi Valley, CA

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Simi Valley, CA

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Highest Education Level

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



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