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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Boulder, CO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.81 – $28.39
Average Annual Pay
Range: $53,685 – $59,053
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Boulder
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
26.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Boulder, CO
Alaska, AK
$27.63
2.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Boulder, CO
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
6.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Boulder, CO
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
24.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Boulder, CO
California, CA
$27.05
0.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Boulder, CO
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
