Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Illinois
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.63 – $23.22
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,910 – $48,298
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
$18.47/hr
Range: $17.54 – $19.74
Annual Rate
$38,420
Range: $36,474 – $41,053
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.73/hr
Range: $20.63 – $23.22
Annual Rate
$45,200
Range: $42,910 – $48,298
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.99/hr
Range: $23.72 – $26.70
Annual Rate
$51,980
Range: $49,346 – $55,543
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
