Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Muncie, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.16 – $25.48
Average Annual Pay
Range: $48,173 – $52,990
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
$20.67/hr
Range: $19.69 – $21.66
Annual Rate
$42,994
Range: $40,947 – $45,042
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.32/hr
Range: $23.16 – $25.48
Annual Rate
$50,581
Range: $48,173 – $52,990
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.97/hr
Range: $26.63 – $29.30
Annual Rate
$58,168
Range: $55,399 – $60,938
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
