Dental Assistant Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Dental Assistant:

  • Certification in an accredited dental assistance program
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of Dental Hygiene Program
  • Experience using computers
  • Experience with EMR
  • Team player
  • Good time-management skills
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience with taking X-rays
  • Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success
  • Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Dental Assistant skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Dental Assistant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.