Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Morgantown, WV
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.43 – $21.37
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,414 – $44,456
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
$17.34/hr
Range: $16.52 – $18.16
Annual Rate
$36,070
Range: $34,352 – $37,788
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.40/hr
Range: $19.43 – $21.37
Annual Rate
$42,435
Range: $40,414 – $44,456
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.46/hr
Range: $22.34 – $24.58
Annual Rate
$48,800
Range: $46,476 – $51,124
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
