Is becoming a dental assistant a career choice that you have thought about quite a bit lately? Working as a dental assistant is no ordinary job and there are some things you should understand about this career choice. Many dental assistants will tell you that this is a challenging but rewarding career and that there are many pros to choosing a career down this path.
Responsibilities
Working hand in hand with other dental professionals is one major benefit of a career as a dental assistant. The responsibilities of a dental assistant may include: assisting the dentist, taking radiographics, and taking care of patients. There is also a good chance that you will never get bored in a profession like this. This is because you will have several responsibilities and opportunities.
Salary
Dental assistants do not work in this career just for the money but it is a major bonus. The U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics states that the median pay for a dental assistant is $35,980 or an average of $17.30 per hour.
Patients
Those who choose to work in healthcare will not argue about the impact they will have on the lives of their patients. Working as a dental assistant will guarantee a front-row-seat to ensuring your patients are well taken care of. Not only are you responsible for caring for your patient, but you also need to ensure they know how to care for their teeth. You are the link that makes your patient feel comfortable and well taken care of.
Locations
Dental assistants do not need to work in just one environment because there are several career location opportunities. A dental assistant might choose to work in a dentist office. Working in a dental office, you can choose to work in a family practice or even a pediatric setting. You can become a part of a private or public dental practice. The choices are endless.
Future Opportunities
As you choose a career for your present, opportunities in the future are important. A career in dental assisting is a great choice because the demand is excellent and there will always be a need for this type of work. The great part about choosing this as a lifelong career is that you have the choice to settle into one location or move around the country. Some parts of the world are even in need of this type of work, so your future opportunities are looking quite bright.
As you have read there are many benefits to choosing a career in dental assisting. The projected growth for this specific career is 25 per cent between the years of 2012 and 2022. This is a much faster growth rate than many careers today. Choosing a career that challenges you and encourages you to grow is always a good choice.
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