Dental Assistant Jobs in Lawrence, MA

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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Expanded Services Dental Assistant

  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Dental Assistant II

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

Qualifications Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Dental Assistant required Licenses and Credentials Dental Assistant [CDA] - Dental Assisting...

DENTAL ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Pediatric Dentistry

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Assisting the residents in the Pediatric Clinic with various dental procedures demonstrating strong clinical skills by practicing four handed dentistry Preparing operatories for the required treatment...

Dental Assistant Up to $3000 Sign On Bonus

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago

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

DENTAL ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Pediatric Dentistry Boston University

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Assisting the residents in the Pediatric Clinic with various dental procedures demonstrating strong clinical skills by practicing four handed dentistry Preparing operatories for the required treatment...

Dental Assistant

  • Epping, NH (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Epping, NH (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 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....

Dental Assistant

  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Dental Assistant

  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 6 days ago

This is a Full-Time Dental Assistant role. Why You'll Love this Dental Assistant Job! Do you have strong verbal skills? Are you able to embrace a positive team approach to patient care?...

DENTAL ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Dental Health Center Boston University

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 9 days ago

DENTAL ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Dental Health Center Job Description DENTAL ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Dental Health Center Category Boston University Medical Campus --> Clinical...

Orthodontic Assistant

  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Assistant Certification (State dependent) Preferred at least 1 year of experience in Orthodontic Assisting CPR/BLS Certification Required Willing to travel in territory assigned to team High focus...

Traveling Endodontic Dental Assistant

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities Greet and prepare patients for treatment Chairside assisting during a variety of dental procedures Expose radiographs and intra-oral pictures Provide post operative instructions and...

Dental Assistant-Recruited

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Current CPR Certification and a minimum of 1 to 3 years of practicing four handed dentistry....

Dental Assistant Trainee

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 12 days ago

The Dental Assistant Trainee (DAT) is trained as a Dental Assistant through an on-the-job training program at the Harbor Community Health Center - Hyannis....

Traveling Dental Assistant Periodontics

  • Waltham, MA (21 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (21 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 13 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, School of Dental Medicine, Dental Health Center

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 13 days ago

The Dental Assistant provides clinical support by assisting the dentist in various dental procedures, exposing radiographs, taking impressions, fabricating and cementing temporary crowns, ensuring optimal...

Demographic Data for Lawrence, MA

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Lawrence, MA

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Highest Education Level

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



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