Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Naples-Marco Island, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.19 – $29.91
Average Annual Pay
Range: $56,555 – $62,211
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
$24.27/hr
Range: $23.11 – $25.42
Annual Rate
$50,476
Range: $48,072 – $52,879
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.55/hr
Range: $27.19 – $29.91
Annual Rate
$59,383
Range: $56,555 – $62,211
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.83/hr
Range: $31.27 – $34.40
Annual Rate
$68,290
Range: $65,038 – $71,543
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
