Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Port St. Lucie, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.41 – $23.55
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,533 – $48,986
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
$19.11/hr
Range: $18.20 – $20.02
Annual Rate
$39,745
Range: $37,853 – $41,638
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.48/hr
Range: $21.41 – $23.55
Annual Rate
$46,759
Range: $44,533 – $48,986
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.85/hr
Range: $24.62 – $27.08
Annual Rate
$53,773
Range: $51,213 – $56,334
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
