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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Lawrence, KS
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.24 – $23.36
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,179 – $48,597
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Lawrence
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
10.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Lawrence, KS
Alaska, AK
$27.63
23.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lawrence, KS
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
13.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lawrence, KS
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
7.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Lawrence, KS
California, CA
$27.05
21.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lawrence, KS
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
$18.96/hr
Range: $18.05 - $19.86
Annual Rate
$39,430
Range: $37,552 - $41,307
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.30/hr
Range: $21.24 - $23.36
Annual Rate
$46,388
Range: $44,179 - $48,597
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.64/hr
Range: $24.43 - $26.86
Annual Rate
$53,346
Range: $50,806 - $55,887
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
