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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Elkhart-Goshen, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.90 – $28.49
Average Annual Pay
Range: $53,872 – $59,259
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Elkhart-Goshen
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
1.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Elkhart-Goshen, IN
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
7.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Elkhart-Goshen, IN
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
24.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Elkhart-Goshen, IN
California, CA
$27.05
0.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Elkhart-Goshen, IN
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
$23.12/hr
Range: $22.01 - $24.22
Annual Rate
$48,081
Range: $45,791 - $50,370
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.20/hr
Range: $25.90 - $28.49
Annual Rate
$56,566
Range: $53,872 - $59,259
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.28/hr
Range: $29.78 - $32.76
Annual Rate
$65,051
Range: $61,953 - $68,148
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
