Dental Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Functions Dental Assistant

  • Manchester, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Manchester, PA
  • 12 hours ago

In this Dental Assistant opportunity, you will support the dental team in delivering high-quality patient care by assisting during dental procedures, preparing instruments, and maintaining a clean,...

Dental Assistant

  • Wexford, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Wexford, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Dental Assistant will help prepare the patient for treatment and assist the dentist in restorative dentistry....

Dental Assistant - SCI Coal Township

  • Coal Township, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Coal Township, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our outstanding dental team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township....

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

  • Ephrata, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ephrata, PA
  • 1 day ago

Due to continued growth, Smile builderz, a locally owned and operated dental practice, is seeking an experienced EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) in Lancaster County....

Full Time Dental Assistant

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Are you a dental assistant with at least one to three years of chairside experience? Do you have your PA X-ray license?...

Dental Assistant - SCI Coal Township

  • Northumberland, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Northumberland, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our outstanding dental team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township....

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

  • Montoursville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Montoursville, PA
  • 1 day ago

Orthodontic Dental Assistant Job Locations US-PA | US-PA-Selinsgrove | US-PA-Montoursville Posted Date 5 days ago (7/22/2025 8:30 PM) Overview Dental Care Associates is Hiring a Full-Time Orthodontic...

Dental Assistant

  • Collegeville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Collegeville, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institutional (SCI) at Phoenix is seeking energetic and enthusiastic Dental Assistants....

Dental Assistant

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

The Dental Assistant provides support to the dentist duringpatient care and completes the preparation of the room and dentaltools/equipment....

Orthodontic Assistant

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Orthodontic Assistant Location US-PA-Philadelphia ID 2025-2079 Category Healthcare Position Type Full-Time Location Status On-Site Brand Children's Dental Health Overview We're excited to offer a...

Expanded Functional Dental Assistant

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

AND Completion of a formal expanded function dental assistant training program at a two-year college or other accredited institution which has included a Completion Certification program of at least...

Dental Assistant - SCI Phoenix

  • Collegeville, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA
  • 5 days ago

The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institutional (SCI) at Phoenix is seeking energetic and enthusiastic Dental Assistants....

Dental Assistant - SCI Phoenix

  • Montgomery, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Montgomery, PA
  • 5 days ago

As a Dental Assistant, you will work with experienced staff to provide essential dental services to our inmate population....

Dental assistant EFDA

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 5 days ago

full time for expanded function dental assistant....

Dental Assistant

  • Media, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Media, PA
  • 6 days ago

Overview Dental Solutions- Media is looking for a Registered Dental Assistant in Media, Pennsylvania to assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

Moving to Pennsylvania? Find some basic demographic data about Pennsylvania below.


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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania

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


Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.3%
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 Pennsylvania
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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