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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Saginaw, MI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.68 – $23.85
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,094 – $49,604
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Saginaw
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
12.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Saginaw, MI
Alaska, AK
$27.63
21.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Saginaw, MI
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
11.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Saginaw, MI
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
9.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Saginaw, MI
California, CA
$27.05
18.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Saginaw, MI
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
$19.35/hr
Range: $18.43 - $20.27
Annual Rate
$40,247
Range: $38,330 - $42,163
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.76/hr
Range: $21.68 - $23.85
Annual Rate
$47,349
Range: $45,094 - $49,604
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.17/hr
Range: $24.93 - $27.43
Annual Rate
$54,451
Range: $51,858 - $57,045
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
