Scope of practice — what a dental assistant may do, and under what level of supervision — is set by state law and changes over time, so verify current rules with the board before relying on them.

Dental Board of California · Last verified: September 2026

Dental assistant requirements in California →

Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Assistants in Bakersfield

7 employers have 8 open dental assistant roles in Bakersfield, led by Clinica Sierra Vista with 2 openings.

Clinica Sierra Vista2 open Cali Dental1 open Gateway Family Dental Office1 open Magic Smiles Dental and Orthodontics1 open Omni Family Health1 open Pacific Dental Services1 open Western Dental / Sonrava Health1 open

More Dental Assistant Jobs Nearby

Dental Assistant Jobs in San Diego Dental Assistant Jobs in Los Angeles Dental Assistant Jobs in Sacramento Dental Assistant Jobs in Fresno Dental Assistant Jobs in Riverside Dental Assistant Jobs in Temecula

See all Dental Assistant jobs in California →

About This Role

A dental assistant supports the dentist chairside with room prep, instruments, imaging, and patient care.

Dental practices across the Bakersfield area hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on DentistryHires right now.

Learn more about the dental assistant career path →

Dental Assistant Career Resources

How to Become a Dental AssistantOn-the-job training or a program, then any state credential and permits your state requires.Read guide →Dental Assistant SalaryThe national median, the percentile range and state-by-state pay from BLS data.Read guide →

More Dental Assistant Resources

Dental Assistant career guide →Dental Assistant salary guide →Dental Assistant salary in California →Dental assistant requirements in California →

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many dental assistant jobs are open in Bakersfield, CA right now?

As of September 2026, DentistryHires is showing 8 live dental assistant openings in Bakersfield, CA. They come from 7 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental assistant earn in California?

The California median for dental assistants is $50,110 a year, +4% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 31-9091), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental assistant need in California?

The Dental Board of California sets the licensing rules for dental assistants in California. The summary on this page was last verified in September 2026. See the California requirements page for the current rules.

04Which employers are hiring dental assistants in Bakersfield?

The Bakersfield listings currently come from 7 employers, including Clinica Sierra Vista (2), Cali Dental (1), and Gateway Family Dental Office (1). 4 other employers have openings too.