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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.98 – $24.18
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,718 – $50,290
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Panama City-Panama City Beach
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
13.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL
Alaska, AK
$27.63
19.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
9.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
10.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL
California, CA
$27.05
17.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Panama City-Panama City Beach, 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
$19.62/hr
Range: $18.68 - $20.55
Annual Rate
$40,803
Range: $38,860 - $42,747
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.08/hr
Range: $21.98 - $24.18
Annual Rate
$48,004
Range: $45,718 - $50,290
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.54/hr
Range: $25.28 - $27.81
Annual Rate
$55,205
Range: $52,576 - $57,833
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
