Dental Assistant Jobs in Canton, OH

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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Mobile Dental Assistant

  • Akron, OH (15 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Akron, OH (15 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Medical / Dental Assistant experience preferred. Must have own reliable transportation, good driving record and car insurance....

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Part Time Traveling Orthodontics Dental Assistant

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 21 days ago

Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays....

Dental Assistant Instructor Requirements 3+ years' experience in the field and a national certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA from AMT) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA from DANB)...

Dental Assistant

  • Massillon, OH (6 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Massillon, OH (6 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 8 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 - Entry level

  • New Philadelphia, OH (24 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Philadelphia, OH (24 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 9 days ago

We offer: A pathway for you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to maximize your career potential Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available* Paid training to become radiology...

Classroom Aide - Part Time - Medical or Dental Assistants

  • Canton, OH
  • 20 days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 20 days ago

Job Details Job Location: North Canton, OH - Canton, OH Salary Range: Undisclosed Classroom Aide/Proctor PART TIME - CLASSROOM AIDE - MEDICAL OR DENTAL ASSISTANTS - MORNINGS & EVENINGS AVAILABLE The...

Dental Assistant OMJST

  • Canton, OH
  • 21 days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 21 days ago

Dental Assistant may also provide initial patient triage, registration, and administrative services as needed....

Program Director-Chair Dental Assisting

  • Cuyahoga Falls, OH (24 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cuyahoga Falls, OH (24 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 22 days ago

About The Job Fortis College in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Program Director for the Dental Assisting program. If you possess a desire to help others succeed,...

Dental Assistant

  • Canton, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) must be obtained within one year of employment OR must hold a certification as a Certified Ohio Dental Assistant...

Dental Assistant

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Demonstrates competent Dental Assistant responsibilities in providing age-appropriate care and service to patients 3....

Dental Assistant

  • Barberton, OH (19 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Barberton, OH (19 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant with Dentistry 4 Kids, you will play a vital role in ensuring children develop healthy habits and a lifetime of beautiful smiles!...

Dental Assistant - Advance Practice

  • Kent, OH (23 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kent, OH (23 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of Dental Assistant Program or equivalent experience....

Dental Assistant -Center for Dental Health

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Dental Assistant Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm, Friday 8:00am-2:00pm Full Time/40-Hour Week Arkon Campus Center for Dental Health Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers...

Dental Assistant

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 45+ 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....

Orthodontic Assistant

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Education and Experience: Education: High school diploma or equivalent and graduate of accredited dental assistant training program. Orthodontic experience preferred....

Demographic Data for Canton, OH

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Canton, OH

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Highest Education Level

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



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