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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Clarksville, TN-KY, TN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.38 – $23.52
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,470 – $48,917
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Clarksville, TN-KY
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
11.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Clarksville, TN-KY, TN
Alaska, AK
$27.63
23.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Clarksville, TN-KY, TN
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
12.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Clarksville, TN-KY, TN
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
8.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Clarksville, TN-KY, TN
California, CA
$27.05
20.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Clarksville, TN-KY, TN
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
$19.08/hr
Range: $18.17 - $19.99
Annual Rate
$39,690
Range: $37,800 - $41,579
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.45/hr
Range: $21.38 - $23.52
Annual Rate
$46,694
Range: $44,470 - $48,917
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.82/hr
Range: $24.59 - $27.05
Annual Rate
$53,698
Range: $51,140 - $56,255
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
