Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Redding, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.00 – $26.40
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,920 – $54,912
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
$21.42/hr
Range: $20.40 – $22.44
Annual Rate
$44,554
Range: $42,432 – $46,675
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.20/hr
Range: $24.00 – $26.40
Annual Rate
$52,416
Range: $49,920 – $54,912
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.98/hr
Range: $27.60 – $30.36
Annual Rate
$60,278
Range: $57,408 – $63,149
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
