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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Salisbury, MD
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.62 – $24.88
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,050 – $51,755
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Salisbury
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
15.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salisbury, MD
Alaska, AK
$27.63
16.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Salisbury, MD
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
6.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Salisbury, MD
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
13.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Salisbury, MD
California, CA
$27.05
13.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Salisbury, MD
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
