Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Evansville, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.42 – $24.66
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,634 – $51,297
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
$20.01/hr
Range: $19.06 – $20.96
Annual Rate
$41,620
Range: $39,639 – $43,602
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.54/hr
Range: $22.42 – $24.66
Annual Rate
$48,965
Range: $46,634 – $51,297
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.07/hr
Range: $25.78 – $28.36
Annual Rate
$56,310
Range: $53,629 – $58,992
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
