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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Anniston-Oxford, AL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.13 – $18.84
Average Annual Pay
Range: $35,630 – $39,193
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Anniston-Oxford
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
53.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Anniston-Oxford, AL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
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Arkansas, AR
$20.56
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California, CA
$27.05
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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
