Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Cedar Rapids, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.33 – $26.76
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,606 – $55,667
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
$21.72/hr
Range: $20.68 – $22.75
Annual Rate
$45,166
Range: $43,015 – $47,317
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.55/hr
Range: $24.33 – $26.76
Annual Rate
$53,137
Range: $50,606 – $55,667
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.38/hr
Range: $27.98 – $30.77
Annual Rate
$61,108
Range: $58,197 – $64,017
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
