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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area, MS
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.28 – $19.01
Average Annual Pay
Range: $35,942 – $39,537
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
10.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area, MS
Alaska, AK
$27.63
52.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area, MS
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
39.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area, MS
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
13.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area, MS
California, CA
$27.05
49.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area, MS
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
$15.42/hr
Range: $14.69 - $16.16
Annual Rate
$32,079
Range: $30,551 - $33,606
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.14/hr
Range: $17.28 - $19.01
Annual Rate
$37,740
Range: $35,942 - $39,537
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.86/hr
Range: $19.87 - $21.86
Annual Rate
$43,401
Range: $41,333 - $45,468
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
