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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Aguadilla, PR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $10.88 – $11.97
Average Annual Pay
Range: $22,630 – $24,893
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Aguadilla
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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$27.63
141.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Aguadilla, PR
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
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Arkansas, AR
$20.56
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California, CA
$27.05
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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
