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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Longview-Kelso, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.56 – $27.02
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,085 – $56,193
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Longview-Kelso
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
7.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Longview-Kelso, WA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
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Arkansas, AR
$20.56
20.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Longview-Kelso, WA
California, CA
$27.05
4.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Longview-Kelso, WA
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
$21.92/hr
Range: $20.88 - $22.97
Annual Rate
$45,593
Range: $43,422 - $47,764
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.79/hr
Range: $24.56 - $27.02
Annual Rate
$53,639
Range: $51,085 - $56,193
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.66/hr
Range: $28.24 - $31.07
Annual Rate
$61,685
Range: $58,748 - $64,622
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
