Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Lexington-Fayette, KY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.88 – $25.17
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,590 – $52,349
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
$20.42/hr
Range: $19.45 – $21.39
Annual Rate
$42,475
Range: $40,452 – $44,497
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.02/hr
Range: $22.88 – $25.17
Annual Rate
$49,970
Range: $47,590 – $52,349
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.62/hr
Range: $26.31 – $28.95
Annual Rate
$57,465
Range: $54,728 – $60,201
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
