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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Dover, DE
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.10 – $23.21
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,888 – $48,277
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Dover
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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
$18.84/hr
Range: $17.94 - $19.73
Annual Rate
$39,170
Range: $37,305 - $41,035
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.16/hr
Range: $21.10 - $23.21
Annual Rate
$46,082
Range: $43,888 - $48,277
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.48/hr
Range: $24.27 - $26.69
Annual Rate
$52,994
Range: $50,471 - $55,519
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
