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Dental Assistants Salaries
in La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN, WI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.32 – $26.75
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,586 – $55,644
Salaries for Dental Assistants near La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
8.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN, WI
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
1.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN, WI
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
19.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN, WI
California, CA
$27.05
5.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN, WI
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
$21.71/hr
Range: $20.67 - $22.74
Annual Rate
$45,148
Range: $42,998 - $47,297
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.54/hr
Range: $24.32 - $26.75
Annual Rate
$53,115
Range: $50,586 - $55,644
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.37/hr
Range: $27.97 - $30.76
Annual Rate
$61,082
Range: $58,174 - $63,991
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
