Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Boulder, CO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.81 – $28.39
Average Annual Pay
Range: $53,685 – $59,053
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
$23.04/hr
Range: $21.94 – $24.13
Annual Rate
$47,914
Range: $45,632 – $50,195
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.10/hr
Range: $25.81 – $28.39
Annual Rate
$56,369
Range: $53,685 – $59,053
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.16/hr
Range: $29.68 – $32.65
Annual Rate
$64,824
Range: $61,738 – $67,911
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
