Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $29.06 – $31.97
Average Annual Pay
Range: $60,445 – $66,489
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
$25.93/hr
Range: $24.70 – $27.17
Annual Rate
$53,947
Range: $51,378 – $56,516
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.51/hr
Range: $29.06 – $31.97
Annual Rate
$63,467
Range: $60,445 – $66,489
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.09/hr
Range: $33.42 – $36.77
Annual Rate
$72,987
Range: $69,512 – $76,462
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
