Dental Assistant Jobs in Las Vegas, NV

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

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 1 hour ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 1 hour ago

Dental Assistant:Joshua Renk DDS PLLC (DBA Las Vegas Prosthodontics) seeks Dental Assistant to work closely with patients and under the supervision of licensedDDS to fabricate andfinish dental prostheses...

Dental Assistant - Pediatric Office

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 17 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 17 hours ago

We are currently looking for a Dental Assistant, to fill a full time position at our Pediatric office located in the Summerlin area. A confident, happy, self-motivating attitude is a must....

Dental Assistant needed

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 3 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 3 days ago

Dental Assistant needed (Southwest Las Vegas) Nevada Trails Dental rainbow blvd near robindale compensation: DOE employment type: job title: Dental Assistant needed Dental Assistant needed in Southwest...

Dental Assistant

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 3 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 3 days ago

Dental Assistant Las Vegas, NV 89121 (Flamingo/Pecos) Full job description Dental Assisting Private Dental Office General Practice Our team is currently looking for a Dental Assistant to join us at...

Ortho Dental Assistant

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 4 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 4 days ago

functions as permitted by state law, such as coronal polishing and sealant application Support front office tasks, including scheduling and patient coordination when needed Qualifications Must have...

Dental Assistant

  • Henderson, NV (15 miles from Las Vegas, NV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Henderson, NV (15 miles from Las Vegas, NV)
  • 5 days ago

We're looking for a Dental Assistant professional who will work closely with our Dentist. Our commitment is in everything we do....

Dental Assistant

  • North Las Vegas, NV (2 miles from Las Vegas, NV)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Las Vegas, NV (2 miles from Las Vegas, NV)
  • 5 days ago

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

Dental Assistant

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 6 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 6 days ago

Dental Assistant compensation: DOE employment type: job title: Dental Assistant Established dental practice is seeking PT or FT Dental Assistant....

Dental Assistant

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 6 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a motivated, energetic dental assistant to join our team. Our ideal candidate should be dedicated to quality patient care and work well with others....

Dental Assistant

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 6 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 6 days ago

Established dental practice is seeking PT or FT Dental Assistant. Proficient in taking X rays and sterilization skills. New Grad welcome...

Dental Assistant

  • Henderson, NV (15 miles from Las Vegas, NV)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Henderson, NV (15 miles from Las Vegas, NV)
  • 60+ days ago

Req ID: 99082 Supported Practice: Sunstone Dental Care Category: Dental Assistant Location: 1701 North Green Valley Parkway, #7A, Henderson, NV 89074 Years of Experience: 1 year This is where patients...

Dental Assistant, Specialty

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 12 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 12 days ago

Functions Certified Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) accreditation...

Dental Assistant

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 15 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 15 days ago

Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable...

Dental Assistant

  • North Las Vegas, NV (2 miles from Las Vegas, NV)
  • 28 days ago
  • North Las Vegas, NV (2 miles from Las Vegas, NV)
  • 28 days ago

Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable...

Part-Time Instructor, Dental Assisting - FY 2025

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 30+ days ago

Salary: $925 per Instructional Unit for Lecture Classes $46.25 per hour of Lab or Clinical Instruction Minimum Qualifications Faculty must hold a valid and current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential...

Demographic Data for Las Vegas, NV

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Las Vegas, NV

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


Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Las Vegas, NV offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
High School or GED
24.3%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
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 Las Vegas, NV
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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