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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.02 – $20.92
Average Annual Pay
Range: $39,562 – $43,518
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
0.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
Alaska, AK
$27.63
38.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
26.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
3.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
California, CA
$27.05
35.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
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
$16.97/hr
Range: $16.17 - $17.78
Annual Rate
$35,309
Range: $33,628 - $36,990
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.97/hr
Range: $19.02 - $20.92
Annual Rate
$41,540
Range: $39,562 - $43,518
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.97/hr
Range: $21.87 - $24.06
Annual Rate
$47,771
Range: $45,496 - $50,046
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
