Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.35 – $24.59
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,488 – $51,137
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
$19.95/hr
Range: $19.00 – $20.90
Annual Rate
$41,490
Range: $39,515 – $43,466
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.47/hr
Range: $22.35 – $24.59
Annual Rate
$48,812
Range: $46,488 – $51,137
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.99/hr
Range: $25.70 – $28.28
Annual Rate
$56,134
Range: $53,461 – $58,808
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
