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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Columbus, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.95 – $24.15
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,656 – $50,222
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Columbus
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
13.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
Alaska, AK
$27.63
19.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
9.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
10.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
California, CA
$27.05
17.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
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
$19.59/hr
Range: $18.66 - $20.53
Annual Rate
$40,748
Range: $38,808 - $42,689
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.05/hr
Range: $21.95 - $24.15
Annual Rate
$47,939
Range: $45,656 - $50,222
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.51/hr
Range: $25.24 - $27.77
Annual Rate
$55,130
Range: $52,504 - $57,755
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
