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Dental Assistants Salaries
in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $33.56 – $36.92
Average Annual Pay
Range: $69,805 – $76,785
Salaries for Dental Assistants near San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
43.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
21.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
28.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
41.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
California, CA
$27.05
23.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, 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
$29.95/hr
Range: $28.53 - $31.38
Annual Rate
$62,301
Range: $59,334 - $65,267
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$35.24/hr
Range: $33.56 - $36.92
Annual Rate
$73,295
Range: $69,805 - $76,785
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$40.53/hr
Range: $38.59 - $42.46
Annual Rate
$84,289
Range: $80,276 - $88,303
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
