Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.48 – $29.13
Average Annual Pay
Range: $55,078 – $60,586
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
$23.63/hr
Range: $22.51 – $24.76
Annual Rate
$49,157
Range: $46,816 – $51,498
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.80/hr
Range: $26.48 – $29.13
Annual Rate
$57,832
Range: $55,078 – $60,586
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.97/hr
Range: $30.45 – $33.50
Annual Rate
$66,507
Range: $63,340 – $69,674
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
