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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Altoona, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.01 – $23.11
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,701 – $48,071
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Altoona
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
9.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
25.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
14.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
6.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA
California, CA
$27.05
22.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Altoona, PA
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
$18.75/hr
Range: $17.86 - $19.64
Annual Rate
$39,003
Range: $37,146 - $40,860
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.06/hr
Range: $21.01 - $23.11
Annual Rate
$45,886
Range: $43,701 - $48,071
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.37/hr
Range: $24.16 - $26.58
Annual Rate
$52,769
Range: $50,256 - $55,282
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
