Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Minnesota, MN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $30.62 – $33.68
Average Annual Pay
Range: $63,690 – $70,059
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
$27.33/hr
Range: $26.03 – $28.63
Annual Rate
$56,843
Range: $54,137 – $59,550
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.15/hr
Range: $30.62 – $33.68
Annual Rate
$66,874
Range: $63,690 – $70,059
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.97/hr
Range: $35.21 – $38.73
Annual Rate
$76,905
Range: $73,244 – $80,568
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
