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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal dental in the United States is $21.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Animal Dental vs Animal Dental Hygienist?

AspectAnimal DentalAnimal Dental Hygienist
Required CredentialsVeterinary degree or certification in animal dentistryCertified veterinary dental technician or hygienist certification
Work EnvironmentVeterinary clinics, animal hospitals, specialty dental practicesVeterinary clinics, animal hospitals, dental specialty practices
Employer & Industry UsageVeterinary practices offering dental servicesVeterinary practices focusing on dental cleaning and maintenance
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on performing dental procedures on animalsFocuses on cleaning, scaling, and assisting in dental care

Animal Dental professionals perform comprehensive dental procedures, often requiring veterinary qualifications. Animal Dental Hygienists specialize in cleaning and maintaining animal oral health, typically with certification in veterinary dental hygiene. Both roles work in similar environments but differ in scope and credentials. Understanding these differences helps pet owners and job seekers identify the right career or service for animal dental health needs.

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Infographic showing various Animal Dental job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,783 per year, or $21 per hour.

Veterinary Assistant, Animal Dental Clinic

Ethos Veterinary Health

Redwood City, CA • On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Dentistry
$25.00-$33.00/hour (DOE)
Full-time opportunity | Animal Dental Clinic
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:00pm
Build your veterinary career in specialty dentistry at Animal Dental Clinic. We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our doctors and Registered Veterinary Technicians with dental procedures, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, patient care, and surgical support.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant interested in developing advanced skills in veterinary dentistry, dental radiology, anesthesia, and specialty patient care while enjoying a Monday-Thursday schedule.
Why Join Animal Dental Clinic
Animal Dental Clinic is focused on providing advanced dental and oral care while creating an exceptional experience for pets and their families. Veterinary Assistants are an essential part of our clinical team and work closely with veterinarians and RVTs throughout appointments, dental procedures, treatments, and surgical cases.
You'll have opportunities to expand your technical skills, learn new procedures, and develop your veterinary career within a collaborative specialty environment.
In Your Day-to-Day, You Will
  • Assist veterinarians and RVTs with dental examinations, treatments, procedures, and surgical cases.
  • Obtain patient vitals, including temperature, pulse, and respiration (TPR), and assist with patient assessments.
  • Perform dental cleanings and assist with dental radiographs (X-rays).
  • Assist with anesthesia preparation, monitoring, patient recovery, and post-procedure care.
  • Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory sample collection and processing.
  • Prepare, clean, package, and sterilize dental and surgical instruments.
  • Safely handle, position, and restrain veterinary patients.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and dental procedure areas.
  • Work collaboratively with veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technicians, and support staff to provide exceptional patient care.

What You Bring
  • Previous Veterinary Assistant experience, veterinary hospital experience, or veterinary education/training preferred.
  • Experience with veterinary dentistry, dental cleanings, dental radiographs, anesthesia monitoring, or surgical assisting is highly desirable.
  • Comfortable handling and restraining dogs and cats.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a client-service mindset.
  • Basic computer and telephone skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and learn new veterinary techniques, procedures, and treatments.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
  • Ability to occasionally lift or move more than 50 pounds.

Schedule & Compensation
  • Full-time
  • Monday-Thursday
  • $25.00-$33.00/hour, based on experience and technical skill level

Perks & Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k)
  • Three weeks accrued paid time off
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Uniforms
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities
  • VetBloom access to RACE-approved continuing education and training
  • RVT license reimbursement for eligible employees
  • Career growth opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health

About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, brings together specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals committed to advancing veterinary medicine through exceptional clinical care, collaboration, education, and innovation.
Our teams provide veterinary professionals with opportunities to expand their technical expertise, learn alongside experienced clinicians, and build rewarding long-term careers in veterinary medicine.
Join Us
If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant, Dental Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Dental Assistant, Veterinary Technician Assistant, or Veterinary Anesthesia Assistant interested in developing your skills in veterinary dentistry, dental X-rays, anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, surgical assisting, and specialty veterinary medicine, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and grow your veterinary career with Animal Dental Clinic.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

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