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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Asheville, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.50 – $26.95
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,960 – $56,056
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Asheville
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
22.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Asheville, NC
Alaska, AK
$27.63
7.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Asheville, NC
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
1.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Asheville, NC
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
20.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Asheville, NC
California, CA
$27.05
5.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Asheville, NC
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
$21.87/hr
Range: $20.82 - $22.91
Annual Rate
$45,482
Range: $43,316 - $47,648
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.73/hr
Range: $24.50 - $26.95
Annual Rate
$53,508
Range: $50,960 - $56,056
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.59/hr
Range: $28.17 - $30.99
Annual Rate
$61,534
Range: $58,604 - $64,464
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
