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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Jackson, TN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.50 – $23.65
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,720 – $49,192
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Jackson
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
11.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Jackson, MI
Alaska, AK
$27.63
22.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Jackson, MI
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
11.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Jackson, MI
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
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California, CA
$27.05
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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
$19.19/hr
Range: $18.27 - $20.10
Annual Rate
$39,913
Range: $38,012 - $41,813
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.58/hr
Range: $21.50 - $23.65
Annual Rate
$46,956
Range: $44,720 - $49,192
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.97/hr
Range: $24.72 - $27.20
Annual Rate
$53,999
Range: $51,428 - $56,571
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
