Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $31.29 – $34.42
Average Annual Pay
Range: $65,083 – $71,592
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
$27.92/hr
Range: $26.60 – $29.26
Annual Rate
$58,086
Range: $55,321 – $60,853
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.85/hr
Range: $31.29 – $34.42
Annual Rate
$68,337
Range: $65,083 – $71,592
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.78/hr
Range: $35.98 – $39.58
Annual Rate
$78,588
Range: $74,845 – $82,331
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
