Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Montgomery, AL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.67 – $20.54
Average Annual Pay
Range: $38,834 – $42,717
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
$16.66/hr
Range: $15.87 – $17.46
Annual Rate
$34,659
Range: $33,009 – $36,309
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.60/hr
Range: $18.67 – $20.54
Annual Rate
$40,775
Range: $38,834 – $42,717
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.54/hr
Range: $21.47 – $23.62
Annual Rate
$46,891
Range: $44,659 – $49,125
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
