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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.97 – $21.97
Average Annual Pay
Range: $41,538 – $45,691
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
4.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
Alaska, AK
$27.63
31.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
20.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
2.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
California, CA
$27.05
29.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
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
$17.82/hr
Range: $16.97 - $18.67
Annual Rate
$37,072
Range: $35,307 - $38,837
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.97/hr
Range: $19.97 - $21.97
Annual Rate
$43,614
Range: $41,538 - $45,691
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.12/hr
Range: $22.97 - $25.27
Annual Rate
$50,156
Range: $47,769 - $52,545
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
