Dental Assistant Jobs in Virginia
Dental Assistant jobs in Virginia are open across Arlington, Charlottesville, and Glen Allen and other Virginia metros, with employers like Aspen Dental, Affordable Dentures & Implants, and Eastern Virginia Medical School hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $22 - $25 / hour
At Aspen Dental, we put You First. We offer:
- A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match*
- Career development and growth opportunities with our best-in-class training program to support you at every stage of your career
- A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
- Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U
How You’ll Make a Difference
As an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, you will perform daily duties to help create lasting impressions and build trust and loyalty with patients.
- Assist with the direction to DA office team throughout the day to maintain productive patient flow.
- Assist the doctors during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Breakdown operatory rooms for doctors and hygienists.
- Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatory and ensures all staff is properly trained and compliant on the process.
- Follow maintenance schedules for flushing waterlines/suction lines, and/or waterline testing, autoclave, and compressor on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.
- Tray and operatory set-up for all procedures.
- Support patient charting for doctors at a proficient level.
- Ability to train others to execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice.
- Follow OSHA regulations and Aspen safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Take dental radiographs (X-rays).
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures.
- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
- Complete denture soft relines and manufactures temporary crowns.
- Monitor and aid in management of laboratory cases.
- Perform quality intraoral health scan of patients under 5 minutes.
- Understanding of clear aligner process with the ability to articulate and teach.
- Ability to take quality impressions and bite registrations.
- Perform additional expanded functions based on certification(s) to support patient care (coronal polishing, restorative functions, etc.).
- Ensures emergency kits and oxygen tanks are maintained.
- Ability to order and maintain supplies in accordance with practice budget.
- Perform various office tasks as necessary.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Current Dental Assistant License, Registration, Certification as required by state.
- Radiology (x-ray) certification as required by state.
- Current CPR or BLS certificate.
- 2+ years' experience as a Dental Assistant.
- Proficient at chairside assisting/four-handed dentistry.
- Demonstrate and provide instruction on proper sterilization and infection control techniques.
- Maintain and update annual CE requirement as specified by state.
- State Certification in expanded functions as required by state.
ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Dental Assistant Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Aspen Dental7

- Affordable Dentures & Implants3

- Eastern Virginia Medical School2

- Life Bridge Dental, Pllc2

- University of Virginia2

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services18
- Education4
- Investment & Asset Management1
- Science & Research1
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dental assistant jobs across Virginia.
- Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential or state-equivalent dental assisting license
- Proficiency in chairside assisting for fillings, extractions, and crown preparations
- Dental radiography certification and hands-on experience taking and processing X-rays
- Experience with practice management software such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Curve Dental
- Knowledge of infection control protocols, sterilization procedures, and OSHA compliance standards
- Strong patient communication skills and the ability to manage anxious or pediatric patients calmly
Dental Assistant Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many dental assistant jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 21+ dental assistant openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Arlington, Charlottesville, and Glen Allen. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do dental assistants make in Virginia?
Dental assistants in Virginia earn a median of about $46,670 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,720 for the lowest 10% to over $58,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most dental assistant jobs?
Arlington, Charlottesville, and Glen Allen have the most dental assistant openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire dental assistants in Virginia?
Employers hiring dental assistants in Virginia include Aspen Dental, Affordable Dentures & Implants, and Eastern Virginia Medical School, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote dental assistant jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 0% of dental assistant openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for dental assistant jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to dental assistant jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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