Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Athens-Clarke County, GA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.86 – $21.85
Average Annual Pay
Range: $41,309 – $45,440
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
$17.72/hr
Range: $16.88 – $18.57
Annual Rate
$36,868
Range: $35,113 – $38,624
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.85/hr
Range: $19.86 – $21.85
Annual Rate
$43,374
Range: $41,309 – $45,440
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.98/hr
Range: $22.84 – $25.13
Annual Rate
$49,880
Range: $47,505 – $52,256
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
