Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Gettysburg, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.38 – $24.62
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,550 – $51,205
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
$19.97/hr
Range: $19.02 – $20.93
Annual Rate
$41,546
Range: $39,568 – $43,524
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.50/hr
Range: $22.38 – $24.62
Annual Rate
$48,878
Range: $46,550 – $51,205
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.02/hr
Range: $25.74 – $28.31
Annual Rate
$56,210
Range: $53,532 – $58,886
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
