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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.27 – $23.40
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,242 – $48,666
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
10.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
Alaska, AK
$27.63
23.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
13.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
7.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
California, CA
$27.05
21.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, 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
$18.98/hr
Range: $18.08 - $19.89
Annual Rate
$39,486
Range: $37,606 - $41,366
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.33/hr
Range: $21.27 - $23.40
Annual Rate
$46,454
Range: $44,242 - $48,666
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.68/hr
Range: $24.46 - $26.91
Annual Rate
$53,422
Range: $50,878 - $55,966
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
