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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Fairbanks-College, AK
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.66 – $27.13
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,293 – $56,422
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Fairbanks-College
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
6.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Fairbanks-College, AK
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
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Arkansas, AR
$20.56
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California, CA
$27.05
4.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Fairbanks-College, AK
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
$22.01/hr
Range: $20.96 - $23.06
Annual Rate
$45,778
Range: $43,599 - $47,959
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.89/hr
Range: $24.66 - $27.13
Annual Rate
$53,857
Range: $51,293 - $56,422
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.77/hr
Range: $28.36 - $31.20
Annual Rate
$61,936
Range: $58,987 - $64,885
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
