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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.84 – $26.22
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,587 – $54,546
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
20.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
Alaska, AK
$27.63
10.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
0.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
17.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
California, CA
$27.05
8.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
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
$21.28/hr
Range: $20.26 - $22.29
Annual Rate
$44,257
Range: $42,149 - $46,364
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.03/hr
Range: $23.84 - $26.22
Annual Rate
$52,067
Range: $49,587 - $54,546
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.78/hr
Range: $27.42 - $30.15
Annual Rate
$59,877
Range: $57,025 - $62,728
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
