Dental Assistant Jobs in Georgia

Dental assistant jobs in Georgia are active and in consistent demand, concentrated in private dental practices, DSO group chains, and oral surgery and orthodontic specialty offices, with openings at every level from entry-level chair-side assistants to experienced expanded-duty leads. The strongest hiring is in Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta, where large dental groups and health systems like Aspen Dental, Heartland Dental, and Piedmont Healthcare anchor steady recruitment. Pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery are the most in-demand specialties right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles82
Top employerHeartland Dental
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring50
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Junior Dental Assistant (Pre-Dental Gap Year Students Welcome)
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Junior Dental Assistant (Pre-Dental Gap Year Students Welcome)
Supreme Dental Group
Suwanee, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$16 - $25/hr
On-Site

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Aspen Dental
Assistant Dental Office Manager
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Assistant Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental
Thomasville, Georgia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
$20 - $23/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Tebo Dental Group
Pediatric Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA Certification Required)
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Tebo Dental Group
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Pediatric Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA Certification Required)
Tebo Dental Group
Lilburn, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
On-Site
EFDA Certification
51-200

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Front Desk OR Dental Assistant – (Bilingual - Spanish)
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Front Desk OR Dental Assistant – (Bilingual - Spanish)
Dentistry for Children and Adolescents
Savannah, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Office Management
$16.5 - $19/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Front Desk OR Dental Assistant – Full-Time
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Front Desk OR Dental Assistant – Full-Time
Dentistry for Children and Adolescents
Savannah, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Office Management
$16.5 - $19/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Dental Assistant Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Atlanta
8 jobs
Savannah
6 jobs
Cumming
3 jobs
Decatur
3 jobs
Suwanee
3 jobs
Fayetteville
3 jobs
Lawrenceville
3 jobs
Dalton
2 jobs
Newnan
2 jobs

Dental Assistant Job Market in Georgia

A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Heartland Dental
    Heartland Dental12
  • Aspen Dental
    Aspen Dental11
  • Sage Dental
    Sage Dental5
  • D4C Dental Brands
    D4C Dental Brands5
  • Great Expressions Dental Centers
    Great Expressions Dental Centers5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in dental assistant jobs across Georgia.

  • Radiology certification or registration required under Georgia law for dental assistants
  • High school diploma or GED with completion of a dental assisting program
  • Knowledge of chairside assisting, sterilization procedures, and infection control protocols
  • Experience with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • Strong patient communication skills and the ability to assist with multiple procedures
  • CPR and basic life support certification current and in good standing

Dental Assistant Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a dental assistant in Georgia?

Georgia requires dental assistants who take dental radiographs to hold a current radiology certification issued or recognized by the Georgia Board of Dentistry. Most candidates complete an accredited dental assisting program at a Georgia technical college, such as those offered through the Technical College System of Georgia, then pass the required radiology exam. No broader state license is mandated beyond the radiology credential, so completing that certification and a formal program positions you well for most Georgia openings.

Which companies hire dental assistants in Georgia?

Employers hiring dental assistants in Georgia right now include Heartland Dental, Aspen Dental, and Sage Dental, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large dental support organizations operating multi-location practices across the Atlanta metro and secondary Georgia markets tend to post the most consistent volume.

Which Georgia cities have the most dental assistant jobs?

Atlanta, Savannah, and Cumming have the most dental assistant openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates by volume because of its large population base and concentration of DSO group practices, specialty dental offices, and health system-affiliated dental clinics, while Augusta and Savannah generate steady postings driven by regional medical centers and growing suburban practice expansion in those metro corridors.

Are there remote dental assistant jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they're rare. Dental assisting is a hands-on chairside role, so the vast majority of positions require on-site presence at a practice or clinic. About 0% of dental assistant openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be administrative or insurance coordination roles rather than clinical assisting work.

How can I get hired as a dental assistant in Georgia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a dental assisting program through the Technical College System of Georgia, which includes clinical externships that often convert to job offers. Large DSO groups like Aspen Dental and Heartland Dental, which operate dozens of Georgia locations, regularly hire new graduates and train them on-site. Applying as a dental receptionist or sterilization technician at a multi-chair practice is a proven lateral move, and holding a current Georgia radiology certification gives candidates without experience a concrete edge over those who don't.

Where can I find and apply to dental assistant jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to dental assistant jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings from practices and dental groups across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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