Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Las Cruces, NM
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.45 – $20.30
Average Annual Pay
Range: $38,376 – $42,214
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
$16.46/hr
Range: $15.68 – $17.25
Annual Rate
$34,251
Range: $32,620 – $35,882
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.37/hr
Range: $18.45 – $20.30
Annual Rate
$40,295
Range: $38,376 – $42,214
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.28/hr
Range: $21.22 – $23.34
Annual Rate
$46,339
Range: $44,132 – $48,546
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
