Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Greensboro-High Point, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.26 – $26.69
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,461 – $55,507
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
$21.65/hr
Range: $20.62 – $22.69
Annual Rate
$45,036
Range: $42,892 – $47,181
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.47/hr
Range: $24.26 – $26.69
Annual Rate
$52,984
Range: $50,461 – $55,507
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.29/hr
Range: $27.90 – $30.69
Annual Rate
$60,932
Range: $58,030 – $63,833
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
