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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.21 – $28.83
Average Annual Pay
Range: $54,517 – $59,968
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Amherst Town-Northampton
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
27.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
0.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
8.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
25.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA
California, CA
$27.05
1.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA
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
$23.39/hr
Range: $22.28 - $24.51
Annual Rate
$48,657
Range: $46,339 - $50,973
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.52/hr
Range: $26.21 - $28.83
Annual Rate
$57,243
Range: $54,517 - $59,968
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.65/hr
Range: $30.14 - $33.15
Annual Rate
$65,829
Range: $62,695 - $68,963
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
