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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Niles, MI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.31 – $23.44
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,325 – $48,757
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Niles
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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$27.63
23.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Niles, MI
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
12.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Niles, MI
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
8.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Niles, MI
California, CA
$27.05
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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
$19.02/hr
Range: $18.11 - $19.92
Annual Rate
$39,560
Range: $37,676 - $41,443
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.38/hr
Range: $21.31 - $23.44
Annual Rate
$46,541
Range: $44,325 - $48,757
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.74/hr
Range: $24.51 - $26.96
Annual Rate
$53,522
Range: $50,974 - $56,071
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
