Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Alabama
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $16.51 – $20.74
Average Annual Pay
Range: $34,341 – $43,139
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
$15.44/hr
Range: $14.03 – $17.63
Annual Rate
$32,127
Range: $29,190 – $36,668
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.17/hr
Range: $16.51 – $20.74
Annual Rate
$37,796
Range: $34,341 – $43,139
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.90/hr
Range: $18.99 – $23.85
Annual Rate
$43,465
Range: $39,492 – $49,610
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
