Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.72 – $19.49
Average Annual Pay
Range: $36,858 – $40,543
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
$15.82/hr
Range: $15.06 – $16.57
Annual Rate
$32,895
Range: $31,329 – $34,462
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.61/hr
Range: $17.72 – $19.49
Annual Rate
$38,700
Range: $36,858 – $40,543
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.40/hr
Range: $20.38 – $22.41
Annual Rate
$44,505
Range: $42,387 – $46,624
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
