Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.83 – $25.11
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,486 – $52,235
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
$20.37/hr
Range: $19.41 – $21.34
Annual Rate
$42,382
Range: $40,363 – $44,400
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.97/hr
Range: $22.83 – $25.11
Annual Rate
$49,861
Range: $47,486 – $52,235
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.57/hr
Range: $26.25 – $28.88
Annual Rate
$57,340
Range: $54,609 – $60,070
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
