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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area, WV
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.99 – $19.79
Average Annual Pay
Range: $37,419 – $41,161
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
5.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area, WV
Alaska, AK
$27.63
46.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area, WV
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
33.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area, WV
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
8.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area, WV
California, CA
$27.05
43.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area, WV
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
$16.06/hr
Range: $15.29 - $16.82
Annual Rate
$33,397
Range: $31,806 - $34,987
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.89/hr
Range: $17.99 - $19.79
Annual Rate
$39,290
Range: $37,419 - $41,161
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.72/hr
Range: $20.69 - $22.76
Annual Rate
$45,184
Range: $43,032 - $47,335
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
