Dental Assistant Jobs in Jenkintown, PA

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

  • Montgomeryville, PA (10 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Montgomeryville, PA (10 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Remote Work
Alpha Dental Excellence

Certified Dental Assistant

We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team. If you are looking for a workplace where your contributions are valued, we invite you to apply for the following position:

Dental Assistant / Oral Surgery

  • Lawrence Township, NJ (24 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (24 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 14 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 (24 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (24 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 14 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...

Dental Assistant

  • Trenton, NJ (20 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (20 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Dental Assistant recommended....

Dental Assistant

  • Delran, NJ (9 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Delran, NJ (9 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

Dental Assistant certificate preferred 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work...

Dental Assistant - SCI Phoenix

  • Collegeville, PA (17 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (17 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Dental Assistant, you will work with our experienced staff to provide essential dental services to our inmate population in a compassionate and professional manner....

Remote Work

Dental Assistant w/X-ray

  • Aldan, PA (15 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Aldan, PA (15 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Dental Assistant certificate preferred 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work...

Temporary Dental Assistant

  • Middle City East, PA (10 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Middle City East, PA (10 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: Experience- At least one (1) year of experience as a Dental Assistant OR completion of a Dental Assisting program. Training and or education as a Dental Assistant....

Dental Assistant

  • Jenkintown, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Jenkintown, PA
  • 6 days ago

Overview As a Dental Assistant at Sonrava, patient care is your #1 priority and focus....

Registered/Certified Dental Assistant (Rda/Cda)

  • Camden, NJ (11 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (11 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Associates or bachelors degree Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) -Externship or working experience as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) -Must be a Registered...

Lead Dental Assistant w/ X-ray

  • Delran, NJ (9 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Delran, NJ (9 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Assistants and follow up on assignments Provide an evaluation of the chairside Dental Assistants Report any mishaps to the Office Manager, Dental Director and Regional Director (e.g. running out of...

Dental Assistant - Entry level

  • Warrington, PA (10 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Warrington, PA (10 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 9 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 Jenkintown - NO Fridays

  • Jenkintown, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Jenkintown, PA
  • 10 days ago

We are a family dental practice looking for a friendly, energetic dental assistant to help with our growing office. Principals only....

Dental Assistant

  • Lawrence Township, NJ (24 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (24 miles from Jenkintown, PA)
  • 12 days ago

IDAY, LLC DENTAL ASSISTANT in LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP , New Jersey Duties include: Update and maintain client dental records; take X-rays of patients; schedule patient appointments; and assist dentist with...

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Jenkintown, PA

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Highest Education Level

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



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