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How much do community dental assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for community dental assistant in the United States is $20.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Dental Assistant vs Dental Assistant?

AspectCommunity Dental AssistantDental Assistant
CertificationsCPR, Dental Assisting Certification (may vary by region)CPR, Dental Assisting Certification (required in many states)
Work EnvironmentCommunity clinics, public health programs, outreach eventsPrivate dental offices, clinics, hospitals
Employer & IndustryPublic health agencies, community health centersPrivate dental practices, dental hospitals
Job FocusPatient education, community outreach, assisting in public health initiativesChairside assisting, patient care, sterilization, administrative tasks

Both roles require similar certifications and involve assisting dentists, but Community Dental Assistants focus more on public health, community outreach, and working in community clinics, whereas Dental Assistants typically work in private practices with a broader range of clinical duties.

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Registered Dental Assistant

Brownwood, TX • On-site

Community Dental Partners
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Community Dental Partnersexternal

$16 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Registered Dental Assistant

Reports to: Practice Manager, Regional Manager
Key Partnerships: Operations, Clinical, Support Center
Department: Operations
Salary: $16-19/hr (based on experience)
Classification: Non-Except
Status: Full-Time

About this role: The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is responsible for supporting the Dentist during treatments, exams and treatment discussions with patients. This position is responsible for performing general RDA duties in collaboration with other team members. We are looking for team members who are focused on providing quality customer service and maintaining a strong professional relationship with others and a positive attitude.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Greet and prepare patients for exams, completing digital charting and verifying codes with precision.
  • Capture quality x-ray images
  • Assist dentist with a variety of treatment procedures
  • Setting up and sterilizing exam and treatment rooms
  • Discussing treatment options, importance and follow up recommended care
  • Providing teeth polishing and sealant placement procedure (with required certifications)
  • Supporting with patient treatment appointment scheduling as requested
  • Sterilizing instruments and following cross contamination standards
  • Creating positive and uplifting patient environments by patient engagement before, during and after visits
  • Guiding parents and patients through post-care instructions
  • Assisting patients with company-provided prizes and dismissal
  • Understanding and adhering to HIPAA guidelines
  • Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications: (Preferred)

  • Texas Issued Registered Dental Assistant Licensing
  • Sealant Placement, Nitrous Monitoring and Coronal Polishing Certifications preferred (if 2+ years of experience, company provides courses)
  • Digital x-ray and Digital Charting Experience

Key Skills and Abilities, Characteristics of a good fit:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, self-starter, and demonstrates initiative
  • Flexible and innovative; highly adaptable to dynamic business environment
  • High engagement; supportive of leadership and role model for company values and guiding behaviors
  • Strong demonstration of task completion and dedication to detail
  • Team Player and great interpersonal skills
  • Prompt and timely with work schedule
  • Amazing customer service skills, great at building relationships with new people

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health (PPO/HSA), Vision, Dental,
  • Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
  • Accident Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance Options
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Hep B and CPR Certifications
  • Company provided scrubs
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Company provided online learning courses
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Paid training
  • Employee fun days
  • Holiday celebrations
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Perks @ Work, Employee Discount Program


Schedule and Location:
Monday-Friday
One Location - Avenue Dental Brownwood

CDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Internal ID: RDA200

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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