Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Massachusetts, MA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.31 – $30.04
Average Annual Pay
Range: $56,805 – $62,485
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
$24.38/hr
Range: $23.21 – $25.53
Annual Rate
$50,698
Range: $48,284 – $53,112
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.68/hr
Range: $27.31 – $30.04
Annual Rate
$59,645
Range: $56,805 – $62,485
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.98/hr
Range: $31.41 – $34.55
Annual Rate
$68,592
Range: $65,326 – $71,858
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
