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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.16 – $21.08
Average Annual Pay
Range: $39,853 – $43,838
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
0.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area, LA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
37.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area, LA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
25.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area, LA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
2.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area, LA
California, CA
$27.05
34.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area, LA
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
$17.10/hr
Range: $16.29 - $17.92
Annual Rate
$35,568
Range: $33,875 - $37,262
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.12/hr
Range: $19.16 - $21.08
Annual Rate
$41,845
Range: $39,853 - $43,838
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.14/hr
Range: $22.03 - $24.24
Annual Rate
$48,122
Range: $45,831 - $50,414
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
