Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Gadsden, AL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.48 – $19.23
Average Annual Pay
Range: $36,358 – $39,994
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
$15.60/hr
Range: $14.86 – $16.35
Annual Rate
$32,450
Range: $30,904 – $33,995
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.35/hr
Range: $17.48 – $19.23
Annual Rate
$38,176
Range: $36,358 – $39,994
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.10/hr
Range: $20.10 – $22.11
Annual Rate
$43,902
Range: $41,812 – $45,993
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
