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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Columbus, OH
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.04 – $27.54
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,083 – $57,292
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Columbus
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
24.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
Alaska, AK
$27.63
5.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
3.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
21.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Columbus, IN
California, CA
$27.05
2.9%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
$22.35/hr
Range: $21.28 - $23.41
Annual Rate
$46,484
Range: $44,271 - $48,698
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.29/hr
Range: $25.04 - $27.54
Annual Rate
$54,687
Range: $52,083 - $57,292
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.23/hr
Range: $28.80 - $31.67
Annual Rate
$62,890
Range: $59,895 - $65,886
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
