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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.51 – $24.76
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,821 – $51,503
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
15.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
16.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
6.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
13.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
California, CA
$27.05
14.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
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
$20.09/hr
Range: $19.13 - $21.05
Annual Rate
$41,788
Range: $39,798 - $43,778
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.64/hr
Range: $22.51 - $24.76
Annual Rate
$49,162
Range: $46,821 - $51,503
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.19/hr
Range: $25.89 - $28.47
Annual Rate
$56,536
Range: $53,844 - $59,228
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
