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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.35 – $25.69
Average Annual Pay
Range: $48,568 – $53,425
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Harrisburg-Carlisle
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
18.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
12.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
3.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
16.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
California, CA
$27.05
10.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
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
$20.84/hr
Range: $19.85 - $21.84
Annual Rate
$43,347
Range: $41,283 - $45,411
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.52/hr
Range: $23.35 - $25.69
Annual Rate
$50,996
Range: $48,568 - $53,425
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.20/hr
Range: $26.85 - $29.54
Annual Rate
$58,645
Range: $55,853 - $61,439
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
