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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Pennsylvania, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.93 – $26.32
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,774 – $54,752
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Pennsylvania
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
20.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Pennsylvania, PA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
9.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Pennsylvania, PA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
0.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Pennsylvania, PA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
18.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Pennsylvania, PA
California, CA
$27.05
7.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Pennsylvania, PA
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
$21.36/hr
Range: $20.34 - $22.37
Annual Rate
$44,424
Range: $42,308 - $46,539
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.13/hr
Range: $23.93 - $26.32
Annual Rate
$52,263
Range: $49,774 - $54,752
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.90/hr
Range: $27.52 - $30.27
Annual Rate
$60,102
Range: $57,240 - $62,965
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
