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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Champaign-Urbana, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.06 – $24.27
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,885 – $50,473
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Champaign-Urbana
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
13.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Champaign-Urbana, IL
Alaska, AK
$27.63
19.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Champaign-Urbana, IL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
9.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Champaign-Urbana, IL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
11.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Champaign-Urbana, IL
California, CA
$27.05
16.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Champaign-Urbana, IL
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
$19.69/hr
Range: $18.75 - $20.63
Annual Rate
$40,952
Range: $39,002 - $42,902
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.16/hr
Range: $22.06 - $24.27
Annual Rate
$48,179
Range: $45,885 - $50,473
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.63/hr
Range: $25.37 - $27.91
Annual Rate
$55,406
Range: $52,768 - $58,044
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
