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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, KY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.36 – $26.80
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,669 – $55,736
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
21.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, KY
Alaska, AK
$27.63
8.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, KY
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
1.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, KY
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
19.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, KY
California, CA
$27.05
5.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, KY
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
$21.74/hr
Range: $20.71 - $22.78
Annual Rate
$45,222
Range: $43,069 - $47,376
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.58/hr
Range: $24.36 - $26.80
Annual Rate
$53,202
Range: $50,669 - $55,736
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.42/hr
Range: $28.01 - $30.82
Annual Rate
$61,182
Range: $58,269 - $64,096
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
