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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.88 – $22.97
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,430 – $47,773
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Muskegon-Norton Shores
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
8.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI
Alaska, AK
$27.63
26.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
15.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
6.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI
California, CA
$27.05
23.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI
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
$18.63/hr
Range: $17.75 - $19.52
Annual Rate
$38,762
Range: $36,916 - $40,607
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.92/hr
Range: $20.88 - $22.97
Annual Rate
$45,602
Range: $43,430 - $47,773
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.21/hr
Range: $24.01 - $26.42
Annual Rate
$52,442
Range: $49,944 - $54,939
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
