Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Eau Claire, WI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.89 – $25.18
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,611 – $52,372
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
$20.43/hr
Range: $19.46 – $21.40
Annual Rate
$42,493
Range: $40,469 – $44,516
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.03/hr
Range: $22.89 – $25.18
Annual Rate
$49,992
Range: $47,611 – $52,372
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.63/hr
Range: $26.32 – $28.96
Annual Rate
$57,491
Range: $54,753 – $60,228
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
