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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.72 – $19.49
Average Annual Pay
Range: $36,858 – $40,543
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Brownsville-Harlingen
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
48.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
35.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
10.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
California, CA
$27.05
45.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Brownsville-Harlingen, 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
$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
