Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Lansing-East Lansing, MI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.53 – $24.78
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,862 – $51,549
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
$20.11/hr
Range: $19.15 – $21.06
Annual Rate
$41,825
Range: $39,833 – $43,817
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.66/hr
Range: $22.53 – $24.78
Annual Rate
$49,206
Range: $46,862 – $51,549
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.21/hr
Range: $25.91 – $28.50
Annual Rate
$56,587
Range: $53,891 – $59,281
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
