Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in San Juan-Bayamon-Caguas, PR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $12.10 – $13.31
Average Annual Pay
Range: $25,168 – $27,685
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
$10.80/hr
Range: $10.29 – $11.31
Annual Rate
$22,462
Range: $21,393 – $23,532
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$12.71/hr
Range: $12.10 – $13.31
Annual Rate
$26,426
Range: $25,168 – $27,685
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$14.62/hr
Range: $13.91 – $15.31
Annual Rate
$30,390
Range: $28,943 – $31,838
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
