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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.98 – $30.78
Average Annual Pay
Range: $58,198 – $64,018
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
32.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
6.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
14.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
30.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
California, CA
$27.05
7.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, 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
$24.97/hr
Range: $23.78 - $26.16
Annual Rate
$51,942
Range: $49,468 - $54,415
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.38/hr
Range: $27.98 - $30.78
Annual Rate
$61,108
Range: $58,198 - $64,018
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.79/hr
Range: $32.18 - $35.40
Annual Rate
$70,274
Range: $66,928 - $73,621
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
