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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.08 – $26.49
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,086 – $55,095
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
20.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
9.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
0.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
18.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
California, CA
$27.05
7.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
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
$21.49/hr
Range: $20.47 - $22.52
Annual Rate
$44,702
Range: $42,573 - $46,831
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.28/hr
Range: $24.08 - $26.49
Annual Rate
$52,591
Range: $50,086 - $55,095
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.07/hr
Range: $27.69 - $30.46
Annual Rate
$60,480
Range: $57,599 - $63,359
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
