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.

Ohio State Dental Board · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Assistant Salary in Ohio

Statewide Ohio figures for dental assistants.

Ohio median

$47,970

BLS OEWS (SOC 31-9091), May 2025

Ohio range

$42,660–$59,520

vs. national

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Assistants in Ohio

58 employers have 135 open dental assistant roles in Ohio, led by Heartland Dental with 23 openings.

Heartland Dental23 open Aspen Dental15 open Pacific Dental Services11 open Smile Brands10 open Western Dental / Sonrava Health4 open Dental3653 open Great Expressions Dental Centers3 open Refresh Dental3 open

About This Role

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

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

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many dental assistant jobs are open in Ohio right now?

As of September 2026, DentistryHires is showing 135 live dental assistant openings in Ohio. They come from 58 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental assistant earn in Ohio?

The Ohio median for dental assistants is $47,970 a year, 0% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 31-9091), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental assistant need in Ohio?

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

04Which employers are hiring dental assistants in Ohio?

The Ohio listings currently come from 58 employers, including Heartland Dental (23), Aspen Dental (15), and Pacific Dental Services (11). 55 other employers have openings too.

05Which Ohio cities have the most dental assistants openings?

Across the Ohio listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Cincinnati (9), Columbus (9), Toledo (6), Elyria (5), and Pickerington (5).

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