Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Salisbury, MD
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.62 – $24.88
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,050 – $51,755
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
$20.19/hr
Range: $19.23 – $21.15
Annual Rate
$41,992
Range: $39,993 – $43,992
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.75/hr
Range: $22.62 – $24.88
Annual Rate
$49,402
Range: $47,050 – $51,755
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.31/hr
Range: $26.01 – $28.61
Annual Rate
$56,812
Range: $54,107 – $59,518
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
