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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Lewiston, ID-WA, ID
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.72 – $24.99
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,258 – $51,983
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Lewiston, ID-WA
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
15.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lewiston, ID-WA, ID
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
5.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lewiston, ID-WA, ID
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
13.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Lewiston, ID-WA, ID
California, CA
$27.05
13.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lewiston, ID-WA, ID
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
$20.28/hr
Range: $19.31 - $21.24
Annual Rate
$42,177
Range: $40,169 - $44,186
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.86/hr
Range: $22.72 - $24.99
Annual Rate
$49,620
Range: $47,258 - $51,983
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.44/hr
Range: $26.13 - $28.74
Annual Rate
$57,063
Range: $54,347 - $59,780
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
