Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Fond du Lac, WI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.77 – $26.15
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,442 – $54,386
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
$21.22/hr
Range: $20.20 – $22.23
Annual Rate
$44,127
Range: $42,026 – $46,228
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.96/hr
Range: $23.77 – $26.15
Annual Rate
$51,914
Range: $49,442 – $54,386
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.70/hr
Range: $27.34 – $30.07
Annual Rate
$59,701
Range: $56,858 – $62,544
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
