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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.45 – $23.60
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,616 – $49,078
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
11.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
Alaska, AK
$27.63
22.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
12.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
8.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
California, CA
$27.05
20.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
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
$19.14/hr
Range: $18.23 - $20.06
Annual Rate
$39,820
Range: $37,924 - $41,716
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.52/hr
Range: $21.45 - $23.60
Annual Rate
$46,847
Range: $44,616 - $49,078
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.90/hr
Range: $24.67 - $27.14
Annual Rate
$53,874
Range: $51,308 - $56,440
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
