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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Napa, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.69 – $30.46
Average Annual Pay
Range: $57,595 – $63,355
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Napa
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
31.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Napa, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
5.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Napa, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
13.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Napa, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
29.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Napa, CA
California, CA
$27.05
6.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Napa, CA
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
$24.71/hr
Range: $23.54 - $25.89
Annual Rate
$51,404
Range: $48,956 - $53,852
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.07/hr
Range: $27.69 - $30.46
Annual Rate
$60,475
Range: $57,595 - $63,355
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.43/hr
Range: $31.84 - $35.03
Annual Rate
$69,546
Range: $66,234 - $72,858
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
