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Dental Assistants Salaries in Charleston, WV
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.61 – $20.47
Average Annual Pay
Range: $38,709 – $42,580
Dental Assistants outside Charleston, WV
West Virginia, WV
Higher than Dental Assistants in Charleston, WV
Beckley, WV
Higher than Dental Assistants in Charleston, WV
Huntington-Ashland, WV
Higher than Dental Assistants in Charleston, WV
Morgantown, WV
Higher than Dental Assistants in Charleston, WV
Parkersburg-Vienna, WV
Lower than Dental Assistants in Charleston, WV
Weirton-Steubenville, WV
Higher than Dental Assistants in Charleston, WV
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
$16.61/hr
Range: $15.82 - $17.40
Annual Rate
$34,547
Range: $32,903 - $36,193
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.54/hr
Range: $18.61 - $20.47
Annual Rate
$40,644
Range: $38,709 - $42,580
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.47/hr
Range: $21.40 - $23.54
Annual Rate
$46,741
Range: $44,515 - $48,967
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
