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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.59 – $28.15
Average Annual Pay
Range: $53,227 – $58,550
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Santa Cruz-Watsonville
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
25.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
2.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
6.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
23.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
California, CA
$27.05
0.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, 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
$22.84/hr
Range: $21.75 - $23.93
Annual Rate
$47,506
Range: $45,243 - $49,768
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.87/hr
Range: $25.59 - $28.15
Annual Rate
$55,889
Range: $53,227 - $58,550
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.90/hr
Range: $29.43 - $32.37
Annual Rate
$64,272
Range: $61,211 - $67,333
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
