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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Pittsfield, MA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.28 – $27.81
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,582 – $57,841
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Pittsfield
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
24.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Pittsfield, MA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
4.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Pittsfield, MA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
4.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Pittsfield, MA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
22.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Pittsfield, MA
California, CA
$27.05
1.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Pittsfield, MA
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
$22.56/hr
Range: $21.49 - $23.64
Annual Rate
$46,930
Range: $44,695 - $49,165
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.54/hr
Range: $25.28 - $27.81
Annual Rate
$55,212
Range: $52,582 - $57,841
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.52/hr
Range: $29.07 - $31.98
Annual Rate
$63,494
Range: $60,469 - $66,517
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
