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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.45 – $22.50
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,536 – $46,790
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
6.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
28.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
17.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
4.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
California, CA
$27.05
26.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
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
$18.25/hr
Range: $17.38 - $19.13
Annual Rate
$37,964
Range: $36,156 - $39,772
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.47/hr
Range: $20.45 - $22.50
Annual Rate
$44,663
Range: $42,536 - $46,790
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.69/hr
Range: $23.52 - $25.87
Annual Rate
$51,362
Range: $48,916 - $53,808
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
