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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.16 – $24.38
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,093 – $50,702
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Lafayette-West Lafayette
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
14.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
Alaska, AK
$27.63
18.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
8.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
11.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
California, CA
$27.05
16.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
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
$19.78/hr
Range: $18.84 - $20.72
Annual Rate
$41,137
Range: $39,179 - $43,097
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.27/hr
Range: $22.16 - $24.38
Annual Rate
$48,397
Range: $46,093 - $50,702
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.76/hr
Range: $25.48 - $28.04
Annual Rate
$55,657
Range: $53,007 - $58,307
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
