
CAREER
OPPORTUNITIES

WHY DENTAL ASSISTING?
Dental Assistants are in high demand and it is a profession in the medical field which gives you the satisfaction of job security. As a dental assistant you will be eligible to work in a professional setting assisting with dental procedures along with performing office or lab duties as needed in the practice you work at.

CAREER OUTLOOK
Dental Assistant outlook is growing exponentially and very rapidly. The Bureau of Labor Statistics have predicted that dental assistant employment will grow by 19% between the years 2016 and 2026. There are huge career growth opportunities within the dental assisting field.
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CAREER HOURS
Dental Assistants tend to have the satisfaction of a great work-life balance. Depending on the practice you work at, the hours will vary. Most dental clinics have weekends off and typically stay on a professional 9 to 5 Monday to Friday schedule keeping you at a steady 35 to 40 hour work weeks.

CAREER SALARY
The average salary, as stated on Glassdoor, for a Registered Dental Assistant in Austin, TX is at an outstanding $39,238 or an hourly wage of $18. This data is an average calculation dependent on full-time employment and can vary by location and experience. Typically, dental assistant pay ranges between $13 and $23. Larger populated areas will have higher demands for dental assistants and therefore offer higher salaries.
