Dental Assistant Jobs in Greenwood, 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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Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) $2500 Sign On Bonus

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 12 days ago

Description Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Sign On Bonus $2500 Job ID: 10598 Location: 3804 N Delaware St....

Dental Assistant

  • Franklin, IN (10 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Franklin, IN (10 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 15 days ago

Come join our team as a Dental Assistant! This position is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to do what YOU love and get paid to do it!...

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 28 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 28 days ago

Description Expanded Functions Dental Assistant $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!...

Part Time Dental Assistant

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Dental Assistant - Immediate Openings. Job in Indianapolis Gr8Jobs

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Dental Care of Franklin Township is a NEW OFFICE! We are GROWING & so we are looking for a positive, high energy and motivated Part-Time Licensed Hygienist to join our team! GET PAID DAILY Located...

Dental Assistant (50075383)

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Marion County Public Health Department is an organization that celebrates diversity, and seeks to employ a diverse workforce. We actively encourage all individuals to apply for employment and to...

Dental Assistant - Great Benefits!. Job in Camby Gr8Jobs

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Heartland Crossing Dental Care is looking for a Full-Time Licensed Hygienist to join our team! Location: 8190 Windfall Lane, Suite A, Camby, IN 46113 GET PAID DAILY! What is DailyPay? DailyPay is...

Dental Assistant, Comprehensive Care

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Dental Assistant, Comprehensive Care 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 425 University Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46202 Department COMPREHENSIVE CARE AND GENERAL (IN-DSCC-IUINA) Department Information The Indiana University...

Ortho Dental Assistant

  • Castleton, IN (21 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Castleton, IN (21 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Overview RDA Ortho New & Experienced Licensee Welcome Want excellent training? Are you a motivated self-starter looking for professional and personal fulfillment in your dental career? Come and...

Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

  • Brownsburg, IN (20 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brownsburg, IN (20 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Dental Assistant/Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Sign-On-Bonus Job ID: 10616 Location: 770 N Green St Ste 400, Brownsburg, IN 46112 Job Type: Full-time Salary: Up to $25HR/Based on Experience Schedule...

Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions

  • Plainfield, IN (13 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Plainfield, IN (13 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 10 days ago

Current CPR or BLS certificate. 2+ years' experience as a Dental Assistant. Proficient at chairside assisting/four-handed dentistry....

Dental Assistant

  • Plainfield, IN (13 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Plainfield, IN (13 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 10 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 - Indianapolis, IN

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 11 days ago

A Dental Assistant will typically have 1-2 homes they visit in a day. There may be an occasional 3rd stop if there is an emergency patient in the area....

Dental Assistant w/X-ray

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary An Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) is a highly trained and skilled dental professional who assists dentists in providing advanced chairside support and performing additional...

EFDA/Dental Assistant - Same Day Dental

  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (12 miles from Greenwood, IN)
  • 14 days ago

Join Our Smiling Team at Same Day Dental as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant! Are you ready to dive into a fast paced dental environment where your skills can truly shine?...

Demographic Data for Greenwood, IN

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Greenwood, IN

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


Highest Education Level

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



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