Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.14 – $23.25
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,971 – $48,368
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
$18.87/hr
Range: $17.97 – $19.76
Annual Rate
$39,245
Range: $37,375 – $41,113
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.20/hr
Range: $21.14 – $23.25
Annual Rate
$46,170
Range: $43,971 – $48,368
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.53/hr
Range: $24.31 – $26.74
Annual Rate
$53,095
Range: $50,567 – $55,623
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
