Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Mississippi
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.23 – $21.42
Average Annual Pay
Range: $35,838 – $44,554
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
$15.93/hr
Range: $14.65 – $18.21
Annual Rate
$33,124
Range: $30,462 – $37,871
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.74/hr
Range: $17.23 – $21.42
Annual Rate
$38,969
Range: $35,838 – $44,554
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.55/hr
Range: $19.81 – $24.63
Annual Rate
$44,814
Range: $41,214 – $51,237
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
