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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area, VA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.81 – $23.99
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,365 – $49,901
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
12.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area, VA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
20.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area, VA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
10.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area, VA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
10.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area, VA
California, CA
$27.05
18.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area, VA
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
$19.46/hr
Range: $18.54 - $20.39
Annual Rate
$40,488
Range: $38,560 - $42,416
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.90/hr
Range: $21.81 - $23.99
Annual Rate
$47,633
Range: $45,365 - $49,901
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.33/hr
Range: $25.08 - $27.59
Annual Rate
$54,778
Range: $52,170 - $57,386
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
