Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Anniston-Oxford, AL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.13 – $18.84
Average Annual Pay
Range: $35,630 – $39,193
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
$15.29/hr
Range: $14.56 – $16.01
Annual Rate
$31,800
Range: $30,286 – $33,314
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.99/hr
Range: $17.13 – $18.84
Annual Rate
$37,412
Range: $35,630 – $39,193
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.69/hr
Range: $19.70 – $21.67
Annual Rate
$43,024
Range: $40,975 – $45,072
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
