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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH, WV
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.96 – $20.86
Average Annual Pay
Range: $39,437 – $43,380
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
0.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH, WV
Alaska, AK
$27.63
38.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH, WV
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
26.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH, WV
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
3.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH, WV
California, CA
$27.05
35.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH, WV
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
$16.92/hr
Range: $16.12 - $17.73
Annual Rate
$35,198
Range: $33,521 - $36,873
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.91/hr
Range: $18.96 - $20.86
Annual Rate
$41,409
Range: $39,437 - $43,380
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.90/hr
Range: $21.80 - $23.99
Annual Rate
$47,620
Range: $45,353 - $49,887
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
