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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Morristown, TN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.33 – $22.36
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,286 – $46,515
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Morristown
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
6.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Morristown, TN
Alaska, AK
$27.63
29.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Morristown, TN
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
18.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Morristown, TN
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
3.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Morristown, TN
California, CA
$27.05
26.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Morristown, TN
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
$18.15/hr
Range: $17.28 - $19.01
Annual Rate
$37,741
Range: $35,943 - $39,538
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.35/hr
Range: $20.33 - $22.36
Annual Rate
$44,401
Range: $42,286 - $46,515
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.55/hr
Range: $23.38 - $25.71
Annual Rate
$51,061
Range: $48,629 - $53,492
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
