Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Kenosha, WI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.73 – $26.10
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,358 – $54,294
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
$21.18/hr
Range: $20.17 – $22.19
Annual Rate
$44,052
Range: $41,954 – $46,150
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.92/hr
Range: $23.73 – $26.10
Annual Rate
$51,826
Range: $49,358 – $54,294
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.66/hr
Range: $27.29 – $30.02
Annual Rate
$59,600
Range: $56,762 – $62,438
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
