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Dental Assistants Salaries
in El Paso, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.18 – $20.00
Average Annual Pay
Range: $37,814 – $41,596
Salaries for Dental Assistants near El Paso
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
4.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in El Paso, TX
Alaska, AK
$27.63
44.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in El Paso, TX
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
32.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in El Paso, TX
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
7.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in El Paso, TX
California, CA
$27.05
41.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in El Paso, 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
$16.23/hr
Range: $15.45 - $17.00
Annual Rate
$33,749
Range: $32,142 - $35,357
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.09/hr
Range: $18.18 - $20.00
Annual Rate
$39,705
Range: $37,814 - $41,596
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.95/hr
Range: $20.91 - $23.00
Annual Rate
$45,661
Range: $43,486 - $47,835
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
