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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area, OR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.31 – $27.84
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,645 – $57,909
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
24.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area, OR
Alaska, AK
$27.63
4.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area, OR
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
5.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area, OR
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
22.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area, OR
California, CA
$27.05
1.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area, OR
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
$22.59/hr
Range: $21.51 - $23.66
Annual Rate
$46,985
Range: $44,748 - $49,223
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.58/hr
Range: $25.31 - $27.84
Annual Rate
$55,277
Range: $52,645 - $57,909
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.57/hr
Range: $29.11 - $32.02
Annual Rate
$63,569
Range: $60,542 - $66,595
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
