Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Arkansas, AR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.58 – $21.54
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,726 – $44,799
Dental Assistants Jobs Pay outside Arkansas, AR
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR
Higher than Dental Assistants in Arkansas, AR
Fort Smith, AR
Lower than Dental Assistants in Arkansas, AR
Hot Springs, AR
Lower than Dental Assistants in Arkansas, AR
Jonesboro, AR
Lower than Dental Assistants in Arkansas, AR
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
Higher than Dental Assistants in Arkansas, AR
Alabama, AL
Lower than Dental Assistants in Arkansas, AR
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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
$17.48/hr
Range: $16.64 – $18.31
Annual Rate
$36,349
Range: $34,617 – $38,079
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.56/hr
Range: $19.58 – $21.54
Annual Rate
$42,763
Range: $40,726 – $44,799
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.64/hr
Range: $22.52 – $24.77
Annual Rate
$49,177
Range: $46,835 – $51,519
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
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