Dental Assistant Jobs in Plainsboro, NJ

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 / Oral Surgery

  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Looking for an energetic, responsible, and friendly assistant to join our team. Our office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 8am to 4pm. We offer competitive pay based on experience as well as...

Dental Assistant

  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Looking for an energetic, responsible, and friendly experienced assistant to join our team. Our office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 8am to 4pm. We offer competitive pay based on...

Registered Dental Assistant - Traveling

  • Flemington, NJ (19 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (19 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Certified Dental Assistant certificate preferred Registered Dental Assistant License preferred 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant preferred Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Requires...

Dental Assistant (with X-Ray License)

  • East Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

polishing is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred...

Dental Assistant w/ X-Ray

  • Hamilton Square, NJ (8 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamilton Square, NJ (8 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Certified Dental Assistant preferred. 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant preferred. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Princeton, NJ (4 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (4 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Certified Dental Assistant certificate preferred Registered Dental Assistant License preferred 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant preferred Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Requires...

Ortho Orthodontic Assistant

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Rich Orthodontics Orthodontic Assistants perform their responsibilities as dental auxiliaries in accordance with the state Dental Practice Act. Experienced Orthodontic Assistants are...

Dental Assistant

  • Pennington, NJ (10 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (10 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Overview As a Dental Assistant at Mid-Atlantic Dental Partners, patient care is your #1 priority and focus....

Dental Assistant

  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

capacity of a Certified Dental Assistant....

Dental Assistant Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

capacity of a Certified Dental Assistant....

Dental Assistant - Entry level

  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 10 days 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

  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 11 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

  • Newtown, PA (20 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newtown, PA (20 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

We’re currently looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team at Bright Now! Dental in Newtown, PA!...

Dental Assistant III

  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Dental Assistant III within the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine ( RSDM )....

Dental Assistant

  • Old Bridge, NJ (14 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ (14 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Dental Assistant Confidential Dental Practice Old Bridge, NJ 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Dental Assistant Location : Oakwood Dental - Availability in Ramtown, Middletown...

Demographic Data for Plainsboro, NJ

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Plainsboro, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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



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