Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.91 – $27.40
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,813 – $56,994
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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
$22.24/hr
Range: $21.17 – $23.29
Annual Rate
$46,243
Range: $44,041 – $48,445
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.16/hr
Range: $24.91 – $27.40
Annual Rate
$54,403
Range: $51,813 – $56,994
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.08/hr
Range: $28.65 – $31.51
Annual Rate
$62,563
Range: $59,585 – $65,543
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
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