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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Kankakee, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.70 – $23.87
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,136 – $49,650
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Kankakee
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
21.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Kankakee, IL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
10.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Kankakee, IL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
9.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Kankakee, IL
California, CA
$27.05
18.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Kankakee, IL
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
$19.37/hr
Range: $18.45 - $20.29
Annual Rate
$40,284
Range: $38,366 - $42,203
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.79/hr
Range: $21.70 - $23.87
Annual Rate
$47,393
Range: $45,136 - $49,650
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.21/hr
Range: $24.95 - $27.45
Annual Rate
$54,502
Range: $51,906 - $57,097
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
