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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Salem, OR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.07 – $29.78
Average Annual Pay
Range: $56,306 – $61,936
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Salem
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
29.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salem, OR
Alaska, AK
$27.63
2.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salem, OR
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
11.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salem, OR
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
27.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salem, OR
California, CA
$27.05
4.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salem, OR
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
$24.16/hr
Range: $23.01 - $25.31
Annual Rate
$50,253
Range: $47,860 - $52,646
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.42/hr
Range: $27.07 - $29.78
Annual Rate
$59,121
Range: $56,306 - $61,936
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.68/hr
Range: $31.13 - $34.25
Annual Rate
$67,989
Range: $64,752 - $71,226
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
