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Dental Assistants Salaries
in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.70 – $26.07
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,296 – $54,226
Salaries for Dental Assistants near San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
19.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
11.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
1.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
17.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
California, CA
$27.05
8.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, 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
$21.16/hr
Range: $20.14 - $22.16
Annual Rate
$43,997
Range: $41,902 - $46,092
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.89/hr
Range: $23.70 - $26.07
Annual Rate
$51,761
Range: $49,296 - $54,226
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.62/hr
Range: $27.25 - $29.98
Annual Rate
$59,525
Range: $56,690 - $62,360
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
