Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in New York, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.97 – $24.55
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,858 – $51,064
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
$20.62/hr
Range: $20.37 – $20.87
Annual Rate
$42,892
Range: $42,379 – $43,404
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.26/hr
Range: $23.97 – $24.55
Annual Rate
$50,461
Range: $49,858 – $51,064
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.90/hr
Range: $27.57 – $28.23
Annual Rate
$58,030
Range: $57,337 – $58,724
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
