Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.37 – $24.61
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,530 – $51,183
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
$19.97/hr
Range: $19.01 – $20.92
Annual Rate
$41,528
Range: $39,551 – $43,506
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.49/hr
Range: $22.37 – $24.61
Annual Rate
$48,856
Range: $46,530 – $51,183
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.01/hr
Range: $25.73 – $28.30
Annual Rate
$56,184
Range: $53,509 – $58,860
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
