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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Carson City, NV
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.15 – $26.57
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,232 – $55,255
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Carson City
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
21.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Carson City, NV
Alaska, AK
$27.63
9.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Carson City, NV
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
0.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Carson City, NV
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
18.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Carson City, NV
California, CA
$27.05
6.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Carson City, NV
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
$21.56/hr
Range: $20.53 - $22.58
Annual Rate
$44,832
Range: $42,697 - $46,967
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.36/hr
Range: $24.15 - $26.57
Annual Rate
$52,744
Range: $50,232 - $55,255
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.16/hr
Range: $27.77 - $30.56
Annual Rate
$60,656
Range: $57,767 - $63,543
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
