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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.44 – $27.98
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,915 – $58,207
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
3.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
5.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
23.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA
California, CA
$27.05
1.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA
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
$22.70/hr
Range: $21.62 - $23.78
Annual Rate
$47,227
Range: $44,978 - $49,476
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.71/hr
Range: $25.44 - $27.98
Annual Rate
$55,561
Range: $52,915 - $58,207
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.72/hr
Range: $29.26 - $32.18
Annual Rate
$63,895
Range: $60,852 - $66,938
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
