Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Lexington Park, MD
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.38 – $25.72
Average Annual Pay
Range: $48,630 – $53,493
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
$20.87/hr
Range: $19.87 – $21.86
Annual Rate
$43,403
Range: $41,336 – $45,469
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.55/hr
Range: $23.38 – $25.72
Annual Rate
$51,062
Range: $48,630 – $53,493
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.23/hr
Range: $26.89 – $29.58
Annual Rate
$58,721
Range: $55,924 – $61,517
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
