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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Reno, NV
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.00 – $27.50
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,000 – $57,200
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Reno
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
23.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Reno, NV
Alaska, AK
$27.63
5.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Reno, NV
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
3.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Reno, NV
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
21.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Reno, NV
California, CA
$27.05
3.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Reno, NV
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
$22.31/hr
Range: $21.25 - $23.38
Annual Rate
$46,410
Range: $44,200 - $48,620
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.25/hr
Range: $25.00 - $27.50
Annual Rate
$54,600
Range: $52,000 - $57,200
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.19/hr
Range: $28.75 - $31.62
Annual Rate
$62,790
Range: $59,800 - $65,780
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
