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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Ocala, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.99 – $23.09
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,659 – $48,025
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Ocala
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
9.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Ocala, FL
Alaska, AK
$27.63
25.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Ocala, FL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
14.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Ocala, FL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
6.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Ocala, FL
California, CA
$27.05
22.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Ocala, 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
$18.73/hr
Range: $17.84 - $19.63
Annual Rate
$38,966
Range: $37,110 - $40,821
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.04/hr
Range: $20.99 - $23.09
Annual Rate
$45,842
Range: $43,659 - $48,025
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.35/hr
Range: $24.14 - $26.55
Annual Rate
$52,718
Range: $50,208 - $55,229
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
