Dental Assistant Jobs in Solana Beach, 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

  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We are a Private General practice looking for a dental assistant that is a hard worker, dedicated and fast learner....

Registered Dental Assistant RDA, Ocean Beach/Point Loma

  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

About the Opportunity: We are currently seeking a full-time Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our dynamic and patient-centered team at Ocean Dental Carean established, state-of-the-art cosmetic...

Lead Registered Dental Assistant - Mobile

  • San Marcos, CA (14 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Marcos, CA (14 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Provide chair side assistance to the dentist and hygienist, as needed, in the concept of four handed dentistry Under direct supervision of the dentist, perform procedures such as fabrication of temporary...

Dental Assistant (DA or RDA)

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Dental Assistant (DA or RDA) Confidential Dental Practice Carlsbad, CA 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Duties for our Dental Assistant (DA or RDA) Include : Welcome patients...

Dental Assistant / Front Office

  • Escondido, CA (15 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Escondido, CA (15 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Show more Last updated: 30+ days ago Promoted Registered Dental Assistant Epione Dentistry San Marcos, CA, US Full-time Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) duties :.Assist the doctor in all 4-handed dentistry...

Dental Assistant / Front Office

  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Dental Assistant / Front Office Torrey Hills Dental San Diego, CA 1 day ago Quick Job type Temporary Quick Job description Part Time Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - $25 to $30 / hr Torrey Hills...

Dental Assistant

  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Dental Assistant

  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable...

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 12 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....

Dental Assistant

  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Skills : Pediatric Compensation : 28 / hour a job alert for this search Dental Assistant Vista, CA...

Dental Assistant

  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Dental Assistant Ivory Pointe Dentistry Vista, CA 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Duties for our Dental Assistant (DA) Include : Welcome patients in the dental office Prepare...

RDA - National City - September Opening

  • National City, CA (24 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • National City, CA (24 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Technical Knowledge and Skills Required to Perform the Job: Four handed dentistry, full scope dentistry procedures and oral radiographic services....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago

$22.25 - $30.75/ Hourly Registered Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties....

Specialty Dental Assistant Orthodontics

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 26 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

  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (19 miles from Solana Beach, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Experience : 6 months of experience as a Dental Assistant U.S....

Demographic Data for Solana Beach, CA

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Solana Beach, CA

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Highest Education Level

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



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