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Dental Assistants Salaries
in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.47 – $26.92
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,898 – $55,987
Salaries for Dental Assistants near North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
22.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL
Alaska, AK
$27.63
7.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
1.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
20.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL
California, CA
$27.05
5.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL
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
$21.84/hr
Range: $20.80 - $22.88
Annual Rate
$45,426
Range: $43,263 - $47,589
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.69/hr
Range: $24.47 - $26.92
Annual Rate
$53,442
Range: $50,898 - $55,987
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.54/hr
Range: $28.14 - $30.96
Annual Rate
$61,458
Range: $58,533 - $64,385
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
