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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Savannah, GA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.90 – $22.99
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,472 – $47,819
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Savannah
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
8.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Savannah, GA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
25.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Savannah, GA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
15.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Savannah, GA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
6.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Savannah, GA
California, CA
$27.05
23.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Savannah, GA
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
$18.66/hr
Range: $17.76 - $19.54
Annual Rate
$38,799
Range: $36,951 - $40,646
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.95/hr
Range: $20.90 - $22.99
Annual Rate
$45,646
Range: $43,472 - $47,819
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.24/hr
Range: $24.03 - $26.44
Annual Rate
$52,493
Range: $49,993 - $54,992
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
