Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Lafayette, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.96 – $23.06
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,597 – $47,956
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
$18.71/hr
Range: $17.82 – $19.60
Annual Rate
$38,910
Range: $37,057 – $40,763
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.01/hr
Range: $20.96 – $23.06
Annual Rate
$45,777
Range: $43,597 – $47,956
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.31/hr
Range: $24.10 – $26.52
Annual Rate
$52,644
Range: $50,137 – $55,149
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
