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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area, ID
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.39 – $21.33
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,331 – $44,364
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
1.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area, ID
Alaska, AK
$27.63
35.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area, ID
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
24.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area, ID
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
1.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area, ID
California, CA
$27.05
32.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area, ID
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
$17.31/hr
Range: $16.48 - $18.13
Annual Rate
$35,996
Range: $34,281 - $37,709
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.36/hr
Range: $19.39 - $21.33
Annual Rate
$42,348
Range: $40,331 - $44,364
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.41/hr
Range: $22.30 - $24.53
Annual Rate
$48,700
Range: $46,381 - $51,019
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
