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Salary and Work as a Head Dental Assistant

A head dental assistant is a specialized role within the dental care sector that combines clinical work with administrative and leadership tasks. A head dental assistant often has more responsibilities than a regular dental assistant and may, for example, be responsible for coordinating the clinic's operations and training newly hired dental assistants.

Job Responsibilities

As a head dental assistant, you work closely with dentists and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. Job responsibilities may include:

• Assisting the dentist during treatments
• Performing certain treatments independently, such as fluoride treatments
• Being responsible for sterilization and maintenance of equipment
• Administrative tasks such as scheduling patients and managing records
• Being a mentor for new dental assistants
• Coordinating the clinic's daily operations

Salary

The average salary for a head dental assistant is 29 700 Swedish krona per month. There is a gender pay gap where men earn an average of 27 800 krona while women earn 29 800 krona. Women thus earn 107% of what men do in this profession. The average salary has increased from 29 300 to 29 700 krona since the last measurement, showing a positive salary development in the field.

Education and Qualifications

To become a head dental assistant, one must first complete training as a dental assistant. The training is typically about two years long and is offered at several vocational colleges around the country. After working as a dental assistant for a while, one can further educate themselves or take on more responsibilities to become a head dental assistant. Additional training and courses in leadership and administration can also be valuable.

Job Outlook

According to the Swedish Public Employment Service, the opportunities for employment as a dental assistant are considered moderate at the national level. The recruitment situation is characterized by balance, which means that the demand and supply of labor are in balance. Over a five-year period, demand is expected to remain unchanged. This means that the job market for head dental assistants is stable and there are good opportunities for newly trained individuals to find work.

Considerations

Working as a head dental assistant requires not only technical and medical knowledge but also good organizational and leadership skills. It is important to be able to handle stress and work efficiently in a often hectic work environment. For those interested in working with people and have a strong sense of service and care, this is a very rewarding profession.

Benefits

Benefits may vary depending on the employer, but it is not uncommon for head dental assistants to have access to paid training to further develop their skills. Other potential benefits may include a company-paid mobile phone, health and wellness benefits, and flexible working hours.