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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Kansas City, MO-KS, MO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.41 – $24.65
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,613 – $51,274
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Kansas City, MO-KS
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
15.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Kansas City, MO-KS, MO
Alaska, AK
$27.63
17.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Kansas City, MO-KS, MO
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
7.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Kansas City, MO-KS, MO
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
12.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Kansas City, MO-KS, MO
California, CA
$27.05
15.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Kansas City, MO-KS, MO
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
$20.00/hr
Range: $19.05 - $20.95
Annual Rate
$41,602
Range: $39,621 - $43,583
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.53/hr
Range: $22.41 - $24.65
Annual Rate
$48,943
Range: $46,613 - $51,274
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.06/hr
Range: $25.77 - $28.35
Annual Rate
$56,284
Range: $53,605 - $58,965
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
