Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in San Angelo, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.74 – $19.51
Average Annual Pay
Range: $36,899 – $40,589
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
$15.84/hr
Range: $15.08 – $16.58
Annual Rate
$32,932
Range: $31,364 – $34,501
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.63/hr
Range: $17.74 – $19.51
Annual Rate
$38,744
Range: $36,899 – $40,589
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.42/hr
Range: $20.40 – $22.44
Annual Rate
$44,556
Range: $42,434 – $46,677
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
