Medical Career Research

Dental Assistent

Duties and Responsiblities: 

The dentist assistant performs various of tasks in a dental office. They perform many task requiring both interpersonal and technical skills. Some include, taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays). In addition, providing patients instructions on oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures. 

Salary: $33,278-$41,458

Education: Dental Assisting National Board's (DANB) Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) examination. 

Reflection: I think this is another excellent medical career pathway. I think it would be relatively easier to receive the education of this career as compared to being a trauma surgeon. I would like this career as one of the back ups that I can pursue.