Registered Dental Assistant Jobs in Maine

Registered Dental Assistant jobs in Maine draw steady demand from private dental practices, community health centers, and federally qualified health centers that serve both urban and rural populations across the state. The busiest hiring markets are Portland, Bangor, and Augusta, where employers like Dental Associates of New England, MaineHealth-affiliated practices, and Community Dental maintain consistent openings. The most sought-after specialties include orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery assisting, with positions available from entry-level to lead clinical roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top employerMaine Dental
Top cityAugusta, ME
Cities hiring12
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Maine Dental Group
Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
Maine Dental Group
Windham, Maine
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$72k - $103k/yr
On-Site
201-500

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Maine Dental Group
Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
Maine Dental Group
Portland, Maine
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$45 - $60/hr
On-Site
201-500

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Evergreen Dental LLC
TEMP Registered Dental Hygienist
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Evergreen Dental LLC
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TEMP Registered Dental Hygienist
Evergreen Dental LLC
Augusta, Maine
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's degree in dental hygiene

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Heartland Dental
Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
Heartland Dental
Kittery, Maine
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$52 - $55/hr
On-Site
10,000+

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Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
Simply Smiles
Sabattus, Maine
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$53 - $59/hr
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Registered Dental Assistant Jobs by City in Maine

Where Maine roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Augusta
2 jobs
Portland
2 jobs
Auburn
1 job
Bangor
1 job
Camden
1 job
Belfast
1 job
Kittery
1 job
Windham
1 job
Sabattus
1 job

Registered Dental Assistant Job Market in Maine

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

Who's Hiring

Maine Dental
Maine Dental4 open roles
MaineHealth
MaineHealth1 open role
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Mainely Teeth1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Non-Profit & Social Services

What Maine Employers Look For

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

  • Active Maine Dental Radiographer certification or equivalent state-recognized credential required
  • Completion of an accredited dental assisting program or equivalent hands-on training
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider
  • Demonstrated chairside assisting skills including four-handed dentistry techniques
  • Familiarity with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • Strong patient communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Registered Dental Assistant Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered dental assistant in Maine?

Maine does not require a state license to practice as a dental assistant, but dental assistants who perform radiographic procedures must hold a Maine Dental Radiographer certificate issued through the Maine Board of Dental Examiners. To earn that certificate, candidates must complete an approved radiation safety course and pass the board's radiography competency exam. Many employers also prefer or require completion of an accredited dental assisting program and national certification through the Dental Assisting National Board.

Which companies hire registered dental assistants in Maine?

Maine registered dental assistant roles are posted by Maine Dental, MaineHealth, and Mainely Teeth and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Community health organizations and federally qualified health centers are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings across the state.

Which Maine cities have the most registered dental assistant jobs?

Augusta, Portland, and Auburn have the highest concentration of registered dental assistant openings in Maine. Portland leads because of its dense network of private practices, specialty clinics, and community health organizations, while Bangor and Augusta generate steady hiring through regional health systems and state-government-adjacent dental programs that serve surrounding rural communities.

Are there remote registered dental assistant jobs in Maine?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of registered dental assistant openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, chairside nature of most dental assisting work. The limited remote opportunities that do exist typically involve dental insurance coordination, patient scheduling, or dental billing roles that fall under the broader dental support umbrella.

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

The most realistic entry path is completing a dental assisting program at a Maine community college, such as those offered through the Maine Community College System, and applying to community health centers like Community Dental or Penobscot Community Health Care, which regularly bring on new graduates. Candidates who hold a valid Maine Dental Radiographer certificate stand out immediately. Lateral entry from dental receptionist or sterilization technician roles within the same practice is also a well-worn route into chairside assisting.

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

You can find and apply to registered dental assistant jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maine openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your credentials and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No need to look elsewhere: the listings below cover active Maine openings across private practices, community health centers, and specialty clinics.

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