Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.44 – $27.98
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,915 – $58,207
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
