Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Guayama, PR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $11.38 – $12.52
Average Annual Pay
Range: $23,670 – $26,037
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
$10.16/hr
Range: $9.67 – $10.64
Annual Rate
$21,126
Range: $20,120 – $22,131
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$11.95/hr
Range: $11.38 – $12.52
Annual Rate
$24,854
Range: $23,670 – $26,037
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$13.74/hr
Range: $13.09 – $14.40
Annual Rate
$28,582
Range: $27,220 – $29,943
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
