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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.69 – $27.16
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,355 – $56,491
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Baltimore-Columbia-Towson
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
22.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
Alaska, AK
$27.63
6.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
2.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
20.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
California, CA
$27.05
4.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
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
$22.03/hr
Range: $20.99 - $23.09
Annual Rate
$45,835
Range: $43,652 - $48,017
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.92/hr
Range: $24.69 - $27.16
Annual Rate
$53,923
Range: $51,355 - $56,491
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.81/hr
Range: $28.39 - $31.23
Annual Rate
$62,011
Range: $59,058 - $64,965
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
