Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Hanford-Corcoran, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.96 – $29.66
Average Annual Pay
Range: $56,077 – $61,684
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
$24.06/hr
Range: $22.92 – $25.21
Annual Rate
$50,049
Range: $47,665 – $52,431
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.31/hr
Range: $26.96 – $29.66
Annual Rate
$58,881
Range: $56,077 – $61,684
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.56/hr
Range: $31.00 – $34.11
Annual Rate
$67,713
Range: $64,489 – $70,937
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
