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Set up dental equipment, prepare patients, and keep records.

Dental Assistants work under the direction of dentists. They have a range of tasks that involve helping patients and assisting dentists in dental offices. They may sterilize dental equipment, teach patients about dental hygiene, and work with patients on billing issues.

Wages	$30.56 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Very Good
Education & Training	Vocational training is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Dental Assisting/Assistant
On the Job	Work Activities Administer basic health care or medical treatments. Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures. Fit patients for assistive devices. Interview patients to gather medical information. Explain technical medical information to patients. Maintain medical records. Record vital statistics or other health information. Make patient-assistive devices or device models. Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use. Clean medical equipment.
Career Pathways	Therapeutic Services
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