Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Colorado Springs, CO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.55 – $25.91
Average Annual Pay
Range: $48,984 – $53,882
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
$21.02/hr
Range: $20.02 – $22.02
Annual Rate
$43,718
Range: $41,636 – $45,800
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.73/hr
Range: $23.55 – $25.91
Annual Rate
$51,433
Range: $48,984 – $53,882
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.44/hr
Range: $27.08 – $29.80
Annual Rate
$59,148
Range: $56,332 – $61,964
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
