Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Oklahoma City, OK
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.83 – $22.91
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,326 – $47,659
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
$18.59/hr
Range: $17.71 – $19.47
Annual Rate
$38,669
Range: $36,827 – $40,510
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.87/hr
Range: $20.83 – $22.91
Annual Rate
$45,493
Range: $43,326 – $47,659
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.15/hr
Range: $23.95 – $26.35
Annual Rate
$52,317
Range: $49,825 – $54,808
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
