Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3
1 INTRODUCTION 5
2 IS BEING A DENTAL ASSISTANT RIGHT FOR YOU? 7
WHAT MAKES AN ASSISTANT DIFFER FROM A HYGIENIST? 10
WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED IN THIS FIELD 11
THE DUTIES OF THE JOB 12
THE REWARDS GO BEYOND SALARY 13
3 GETTING STARTED 15
TRAINING THAT IS A MUST 15
SCHOOL CHOICE OPTIONS 18
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 19
WHAT ABOUT ONGOING EDUCATION? 20
4 GETTING HELP PAYING FOR IT ALL 24
SCHOLARSHIPS 25
OTHER FUNDING SOURCES 28
5 SCHOOL’S OUT … SO, NOW WHAT? 33
FINDING A JOB 33
TIPS FOR ACING INTERVIEWS 35
WORKING IN DENTAL OFFICES 38
EMPLOYMENT IN HOSPITALS 40
THE EDUCATIONAL ARENA 41
6 A SNAPSHOT OF THE FIELD 41
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 42
ANTICIPATED SALARY 43
GETTING AHEAD 43
7 CLOSING 45
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INTRODUCTION
It doesn’t matter whether you are looking for your first career or you need to change gears a bit due to contractions in your present field, there are still rewarding, challenging and stable employment opportunities out there. The medical field, in fact, is one of the hottest for those seeking out stability and good pay combined. This career area, however, often demands a lot of training or retraining, which can discourage those who need or want gainful employment in hand as quickly as possible.
Is there a way to enjoy the benefits of this field without all the time and training involved?
There is! When you look beyond standard doctors’ offices and hospitals and into the dental chair, you just might find the career you are after. While you won’t be able to jump into a career as a full-fledged dentist without tons of preparation and education, you can become an assist in little time at all. In fact, assistants can enjoy very rewarding careers after undergoing a minimal amount of training.
If you are mulling over the opportunities available to you, this field is one that is worth a very close look. Keep in mind that selecting a career path to follow for life is no easy undertaking. In this ever-changing economy, it’s important to select a field that not only appeals, but also offers employment opportunity and plenty of room for growth. If you like the idea of working in a career that enables you to help people while taking home a decent living, becoming a dental assistant might be right for you.
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