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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Jacksonville, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.33 – $23.46
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,366 – $48,803
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Jacksonville
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
10.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Jacksonville, FL
Alaska, AK
$27.63
23.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Jacksonville, FL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
12.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Jacksonville, FL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
8.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Jacksonville, FL
California, CA
$27.05
20.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Jacksonville, FL
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
$19.04/hr
Range: $18.13 - $19.94
Annual Rate
$39,597
Range: $37,711 - $41,483
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.40/hr
Range: $21.33 - $23.46
Annual Rate
$46,585
Range: $44,366 - $48,803
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.76/hr
Range: $24.53 - $26.98
Annual Rate
$53,573
Range: $51,021 - $56,123
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
