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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.64 – $28.20
Average Annual Pay
Range: $53,331 – $58,664
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Mount Vernon-Anacortes
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
2.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
6.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
23.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA
California, CA
$27.05
0.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA
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
$22.88/hr
Range: $21.79 - $23.97
Annual Rate
$47,598
Range: $45,331 - $49,864
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.92/hr
Range: $25.64 - $28.20
Annual Rate
$55,998
Range: $53,331 - $58,664
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.96/hr
Range: $29.49 - $32.43
Annual Rate
$64,398
Range: $61,331 - $67,464
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
