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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.89 – $27.38
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,771 – $56,948
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
23.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT
Alaska, AK
$27.63
5.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
3.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
21.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT
California, CA
$27.05
3.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT
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
$22.21/hr
Range: $21.16 - $23.27
Annual Rate
$46,206
Range: $44,005 - $48,406
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.13/hr
Range: $24.89 - $27.38
Annual Rate
$54,360
Range: $51,771 - $56,948
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.05/hr
Range: $28.62 - $31.49
Annual Rate
$62,514
Range: $59,537 - $65,490
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
