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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Merced, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.73 – $27.20
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,438 – $56,582
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Merced
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
23.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Merced, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
6.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Merced, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
2.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Merced, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
20.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Merced, CA
California, CA
$27.05
4.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Merced, 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
$22.07/hr
Range: $21.02 - $23.12
Annual Rate
$45,909
Range: $43,722 - $48,095
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.97/hr
Range: $24.73 - $27.20
Annual Rate
$54,010
Range: $51,438 - $56,582
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.87/hr
Range: $28.44 - $31.28
Annual Rate
$62,111
Range: $59,154 - $65,069
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
