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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.06 – $25.37
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,965 – $52,761
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
17.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
14.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
4.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
15.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
California, CA
$27.05
11.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
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
$20.58/hr
Range: $19.60 - $21.56
Annual Rate
$42,809
Range: $40,770 - $44,847
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.21/hr
Range: $23.06 - $25.37
Annual Rate
$50,363
Range: $47,965 - $52,761
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.84/hr
Range: $26.52 - $29.18
Annual Rate
$57,917
Range: $55,160 - $60,675
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
