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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Bend, OR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.54 – $30.29
Average Annual Pay
Range: $57,283 – $63,012
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Bend
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$19.99
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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
$24.58/hr
Range: $23.41 - $25.75
Annual Rate
$51,125
Range: $48,691 - $53,560
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.92/hr
Range: $27.54 - $30.29
Annual Rate
$60,147
Range: $57,283 - $63,012
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.26/hr
Range: $31.67 - $34.83
Annual Rate
$69,169
Range: $65,875 - $72,464
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
