Dental Assistant Jobs in Altoona, PA (6)
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dental Assistant
Dental Hygienist * Sign On Bonus $10000 *
Licensed Dental Hygienist * Sign On Bonus $7000 *
Registered Dental Hygienist * Sign On Bonus $10000 *
Dental Nurse (Hygienist) - FT/PT * Sign On Bonus $10000 *
Dental Assistant
Dental Hygienist - Remote
Oral Surgery Assistant - RDA
Job Description
Working as a Dental Assistant in Altoona, PA
There are 6 Dental Assistant opportunities available in Altoona, PA all with unique requirements.
Dental Assistants assist general dentists by cleaning patients' teeth and by taking X-rays to help detect tooth decay. They also record patients' medical histories and apply dental materials or cleanings to teeth. As a Dental Assistant, you may perform a variety of routine hygienist tasks while assisting the dentist and other dental specialists. You may also apply sealants, perform basic fillings, and take impressions of patients' teeth to prepare for crowns or bridgework.
Dental Assistant jobs near Altoona, PA
Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA Resume Data
Average Experience for Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA
- 6-10 years: 39%
- More than 10 years: 39%
- 3-5 years: 18%
- 1-2 years: 3%
- Less than 1 year: 1%
Educational Background for Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA
- Diploma: 81%
- Associates: 12%
- Bachelors: 5%
- Masters: 2%
Top Skill for Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA
- Customer focus & orientation: 27%
- Attention to detail: 11%
- Scheduling: 11%
- Administrative assistant/receptionist: 8%
- Dental receptionist skills: 8%
- Sales skills: 8%
- Work style: Reliability: 8%
- Verbal communication: 8%
- Customer service: 5%
- Electronic health records: Best practices: 5%
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