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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.00 – $25.30
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,840 – $52,624
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
17.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
14.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
4.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
14.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
California, CA
$27.05
12.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
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
$20.53/hr
Range: $19.55 - $21.50
Annual Rate
$42,697
Range: $40,664 - $44,730
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.15/hr
Range: $23.00 - $25.30
Annual Rate
$50,232
Range: $47,840 - $52,624
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.77/hr
Range: $26.45 - $29.09
Annual Rate
$57,767
Range: $55,016 - $60,518
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
