Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Raleigh-Cary, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.40 – $27.94
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,832 – $58,115
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
$22.67/hr
Range: $21.59 – $23.75
Annual Rate
$47,153
Range: $44,907 – $49,398
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.67/hr
Range: $25.40 – $27.94
Annual Rate
$55,474
Range: $52,832 – $58,115
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.67/hr
Range: $29.21 – $32.13
Annual Rate
$63,795
Range: $60,757 – $66,832
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
