Dental Assistant Jobs in Idaho

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 - Entry level

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 20 hours ago

When you join our team as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives....

Dental Assistant

  • Boise, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 2 days ago

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

Dental Assistant (Expanded Functions)

  • Fort Hall, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Hall, ID
  • 4 days ago

All applicants must also meet the requirements below: Specialized Experience (for GS-4 and above): Experience in dental assistance or specialized dentistry, dental assistant (expanded functions) work...

Dental Assistant - Entry level

  • Boise, ID
  • 7 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 7 days ago

We offer: A pathway for you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to maximize your career potential Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available* Paid training to become radiology...

Dental Assistant - DA (FT DAY)

  • Kuna, ID
  • 7 days ago
  • Kuna, ID
  • 7 days ago

We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at the Idaho State Correctional Center located in Kuna, Idaho....

Dental Assistant - Orthodontics

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 8 days ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 8 days 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

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 14 days ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 14 days ago

Join Our Team as a Pediatric Dental Assistant! Do you love working with kids and teens? Are you passionate about making dental visits fun and stress-free?...

Dental Assistant

  • Emmett, ID
  • 16 days ago
  • Emmett, ID
  • 16 days ago

We are seeking a friendly, reliable, and team-oriented Dental Assistant to join our growing pediatric dental practice....

Dental Assistant

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 24 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 24 days ago

. + Work under the supervision of a dentist, the dental assistant performs all aspects of four-handed dentistry and dental assisting within the scope outlined by his/her states dental practice act....

Dental Assistant

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 30+ days ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team....

Dental Assistant - Boise Latah

  • Boise, ID
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 30+ days ago

WORK SCHEDULE: 10 hr shifts x 4 days a week GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Perform four handed dentistry, explain treatment plans and procedures to patients, including treatment costs....

Dental Assistant

  • Meridian, ID
  • 30+ days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 30+ days ago

When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives....

Specialty Dental Assistant Orthodontics

  • Meridian, ID
  • 30+ days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 30+ 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

  • Boise, ID
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 45+ days 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 Lab Teacher

  • Boise, ID
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 45+ days ago

Dental Assistant (CDA) Current CPR for Healthcare Professionals and First Aid Certificate....

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Idaho

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


Highest Education Level

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



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