Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Arecibo, PR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $11.36 – $12.50
Average Annual Pay
Range: $23,629 – $25,992
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
$10.14/hr
Range: $9.66 – $10.63
Annual Rate
$21,089
Range: $20,085 – $22,093
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$11.93/hr
Range: $11.36 – $12.50
Annual Rate
$24,810
Range: $23,629 – $25,992
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$13.72/hr
Range: $13.06 – $14.37
Annual Rate
$28,531
Range: $27,173 – $29,891
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
