Dental Assistant Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Dental Assistant:

Certification in an accredited dental assistance program
High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of Dental Hygiene Program
Experience using computers
Experience with EMR
Team player
Good time-management skills
Great interpersonal and communication skills
Experience with taking X-rays
Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Dental Assistant skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Dental Assistant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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