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Dental Assistants Salaries
in New York, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.97 – $24.55
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,858 – $51,064
Salaries for Dental Assistants near New York
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
17.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in New York, NY
Alaska, AK
$27.63
13.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in New York, NY
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
4.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in New York, NY
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
15.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in New York, NY
California, CA
$27.05
11.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in New York, NY
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
