Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Lubbock, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.35 – $20.19
Average Annual Pay
Range: $38,168 – $41,985
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
$16.38/hr
Range: $15.60 – $17.16
Annual Rate
$34,065
Range: $32,443 – $35,687
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.27/hr
Range: $18.35 – $20.19
Annual Rate
$40,076
Range: $38,168 – $41,985
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.16/hr
Range: $21.10 – $23.22
Annual Rate
$46,087
Range: $43,893 – $48,283
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
