Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Boise City, ID
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.93 – $24.12
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,614 – $50,176
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
$19.58/hr
Range: $18.64 – $20.50
Annual Rate
$40,711
Range: $38,772 – $42,650
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.03/hr
Range: $21.93 – $24.12
Annual Rate
$47,895
Range: $45,614 – $50,176
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.48/hr
Range: $25.22 – $27.74
Annual Rate
$55,079
Range: $52,456 – $57,702
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
