Start a New Dental Assisting Career. The demand is out there--why not take advantage of this opportunity? There are more job opportunities available than there are Dental Assistants to go around in the current economy! Here are a few great reasons to become a dental assistant. You'll work in a professional atmosphere assisting with lab work, dental procedures, and office duties. Your job as a Dental Assistant is recession-proof. You can earn $12 to $26 per hour. Your job may come with benefits such as sick leave and paid vacation, medical and hospitalization, reimbursement for continuing education course fees, pension plans (401k) and profit sharing or bonus plan. And finally, you can find employment anywhere in the United States. Start your journey and call us today!