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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area, HI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.22 – $23.34
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,138 – $48,551
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
10.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area, HI
Alaska, AK
$27.63
24.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area, HI
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
13.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area, HI
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
7.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area, HI
California, CA
$27.05
21.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area, HI
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
$18.94/hr
Range: $18.04 - $19.84
Annual Rate
$39,392
Range: $37,517 - $41,268
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.28/hr
Range: $21.22 - $23.34
Annual Rate
$46,344
Range: $44,138 - $48,551
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.62/hr
Range: $24.40 - $26.84
Annual Rate
$53,296
Range: $50,759 - $55,834
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
