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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.27 – $28.90
Average Annual Pay
Range: $54,642 – $60,106
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Santa Maria-Santa Barbara
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
27.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
0.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
8.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
25.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
California, CA
$27.05
1.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, 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
$23.44/hr
Range: $22.33 - $24.56
Annual Rate
$48,768
Range: $46,446 - $51,090
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.58/hr
Range: $26.27 - $28.90
Annual Rate
$57,374
Range: $54,642 - $60,106
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.72/hr
Range: $30.21 - $33.23
Annual Rate
$65,980
Range: $62,838 - $69,122
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
