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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.90 – $19.69
Average Annual Pay
Range: $37,232 – $40,955
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
6.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
Alaska, AK
$27.63
47.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
34.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
9.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
California, CA
$27.05
44.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area, TX
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
$15.97/hr
Range: $15.21 - $16.74
Annual Rate
$33,230
Range: $31,647 - $34,812
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.79/hr
Range: $17.90 - $19.69
Annual Rate
$39,094
Range: $37,232 - $40,955
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.61/hr
Range: $20.58 - $22.64
Annual Rate
$44,958
Range: $42,817 - $47,098
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
