Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Aguadilla, PR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $10.88 – $11.97
Average Annual Pay
Range: $22,630 – $24,893
How much do Dental Assistants make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$9.71/hr
Range: $9.25 – $10.17
Annual Rate
$20,198
Range: $19,236 – $21,159
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$11.42/hr
Range: $10.88 – $11.97
Annual Rate
$23,762
Range: $22,630 – $24,893
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$13.13/hr
Range: $12.51 – $13.77
Annual Rate
$27,326
Range: $26,024 – $28,627
Dental Assistants job description
Dental Assistants professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
