Dental Assistant Jobs in Hatfield, IN

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

  • Benevis
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 2 days ago

We are actively seeking a Dental Assistant to join our growing team!...

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Dental Assistant

  • Martin Orthodontics
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Now, we're seeking a talented PRN - Dental Assistant to join our passionate team and help us maintain our commitment to quality dental care....

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Dental Assistant in Evansville

  • Pippin Dental & Braces - a Benevis company
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 12 days ago

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Dental Assistant

  • Familia Dental | Evansville, IN
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 19 days ago

Receive a portion of your check before payday! Availability / Schedule: Working hours between: M-F, 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM and Sat, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM 4+ days a week, 30-40 hours per week available to...

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Dental Assistant

  • ROSS EDUCATION HOLDINGS INC
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Dental Assistant Evansville, IN - Evansville, IN 477152405 Apply Apply DA Description DENTAL ASSISTANT - INSTRUCTOR - PART TIME - M-F - WEEKDAYS Ross Education Holdings, Inc....

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Surgical Dental Assistant

  • Gen4 Dental
  • Newburgh, IN (10 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Newburgh, IN (10 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

From being the doctor's right hand, to having the ability to connect with patients, and striving to provide the best patient experience, Dental Assistants are a key contributor to the success of our...

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Dental Assistant - Instructor - Part Time

  • ROSS EDUCATION HOLDINGS INC
  • Owensboro, KY (9 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Owensboro, KY (9 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Dental Assistant - Instructor - Part Time Owensboro, KY - Owensboro, KY 42303 Apply Apply DA Inst Description DENTAL ASSISTANT - INSTRUCTOR - PART TIME MORNING & EVENINGS - M-TH Ross Education Holdings...

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Lecturer in Dental Hygiene/Dental Assisting

  • University of Southern Indiana
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

Title: Lecturer in Dental Hygiene/Dental Assisting Division: Provost's Office Department: Kinney College of Nursing & Health Professions FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: Per Lecturer Pay Schedule...

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Classroom Aide - Part Time - Medical or Dental Assistants

  • Ross Medical Education Center, LLC.
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Evansville, IN (18 miles from Hatfield, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

CLASSROOM AIDE - PART TIME - MEDICAL OR DENTAL ASSISTANTS - MORNINGS & EVENINGS - UP TO 9 HOURS/WEEK Ross Education Holdings, Inc....

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Dental Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Dental Assistant Fundamentals
A dental assistant is a member of a dental team who contributes immensely to the team delivering dental treatment and services. During dental operations, the dental assistant aids dentists or...
Improving Your Image: Dental Photography in Practice
This course will cover all aspects of the use of digital photography in dental practice: intra-oral, extra-oral, and portraits. Participants will be taken through photography, from the basics of...
Diploma in Dental Assistant Skills and Clinical Procedures
Have you always wanted to work in dentistry but arent sure where to start? Many aspiring professionals find it challenging to locate training that balances theory with hands-on experience. Without...

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Hatfield, IN

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


Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Hatfield, IN offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.3%
High School or GED
23.6%
Bachelor's Degree
19.3%
Associate's Degree
16.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.7%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Assistants in Hatfield, IN
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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