Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Flagstaff, AZ
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.08 – $24.29
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,926 – $50,519
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
$19.70/hr
Range: $18.77 – $20.65
Annual Rate
$40,990
Range: $39,037 – $42,941
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.18/hr
Range: $22.08 – $24.29
Annual Rate
$48,223
Range: $45,926 – $50,519
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.66/hr
Range: $25.39 – $27.93
Annual Rate
$55,456
Range: $52,815 – $58,097
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
