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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Elizabethtown, KY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.56 – $23.72
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,845 – $49,329
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Elizabethtown
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
11.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Elizabethtown, KY
Alaska, AK
$27.63
22.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Elizabethtown, KY
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
11.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Elizabethtown, KY
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
9.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Elizabethtown, KY
California, CA
$27.05
19.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Elizabethtown, KY
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
$19.24/hr
Range: $18.33 - $20.16
Annual Rate
$40,024
Range: $38,118 - $41,930
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.64/hr
Range: $21.56 - $23.72
Annual Rate
$47,087
Range: $44,845 - $49,329
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.04/hr
Range: $24.79 - $27.28
Annual Rate
$54,150
Range: $51,572 - $56,728
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
