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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Baton Rouge, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.35 – $21.29
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,248 – $44,273
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Baton Rouge
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
1.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Baton Rouge, LA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
36.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Baton Rouge, LA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
24.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Baton Rouge, LA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
1.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Baton Rouge, LA
California, CA
$27.05
33.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Baton Rouge, LA
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
$17.27/hr
Range: $16.45 - $18.10
Annual Rate
$35,921
Range: $34,211 - $37,632
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.32/hr
Range: $19.35 - $21.29
Annual Rate
$42,260
Range: $40,248 - $44,273
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.37/hr
Range: $22.25 - $24.48
Annual Rate
$48,599
Range: $46,285 - $50,914
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
