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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Salinas, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.66 – $29.33
Average Annual Pay
Range: $55,453 – $60,998
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Salinas
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
28.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salinas, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
1.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salinas, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
9.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salinas, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
26.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salinas, CA
California, CA
$27.05
3.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salinas, 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
$23.79/hr
Range: $22.66 - $24.93
Annual Rate
$49,491
Range: $47,135 - $51,848
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.99/hr
Range: $26.66 - $29.33
Annual Rate
$58,225
Range: $55,453 - $60,998
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.19/hr
Range: $30.66 - $33.73
Annual Rate
$66,959
Range: $63,771 - $70,148
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
