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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.75 – $26.13
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,400 – $54,340
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Milwaukee-Waukesha
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
19.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
Alaska, AK
$27.63
10.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
1.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
17.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
California, CA
$27.05
8.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
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
$21.20/hr
Range: $20.19 - $22.21
Annual Rate
$44,090
Range: $41,990 - $46,189
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.94/hr
Range: $23.75 - $26.13
Annual Rate
$51,870
Range: $49,400 - $54,340
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.68/hr
Range: $27.31 - $30.05
Annual Rate
$59,650
Range: $56,810 - $62,491
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
