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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.34 – $24.57
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,467 – $51,114
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
14.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
Alaska, AK
$27.63
17.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
7.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
12.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
California, CA
$27.05
15.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, 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
$19.94/hr
Range: $18.99 - $20.88
Annual Rate
$41,472
Range: $39,497 - $43,447
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.46/hr
Range: $22.34 - $24.57
Annual Rate
$48,791
Range: $46,467 - $51,114
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.98/hr
Range: $25.69 - $28.26
Annual Rate
$56,110
Range: $53,437 - $58,781
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
