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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Alaska nonmetropolitan area, AK
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.69 – $29.36
Average Annual Pay
Range: $55,515 – $61,067
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Alaska nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
28.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Alaska nonmetropolitan area, AK
Alaska, AK
$27.63
1.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Alaska nonmetropolitan area, AK
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
9.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Alaska nonmetropolitan area, AK
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
26.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Alaska nonmetropolitan area, AK
California, CA
$27.05
3.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Alaska nonmetropolitan area, AK
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
$23.82/hr
Range: $22.69 - $24.96
Annual Rate
$49,547
Range: $47,188 - $51,907
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.02/hr
Range: $26.69 - $29.36
Annual Rate
$58,291
Range: $55,515 - $61,067
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.22/hr
Range: $30.69 - $33.76
Annual Rate
$67,035
Range: $63,842 - $70,227
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
