Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in South Carolina
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.99 – $23.02
Average Annual Pay
Range: $41,579 – $47,882
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
$18.12/hr
Range: $16.99 – $19.57
Annual Rate
$37,695
Range: $35,342 – $40,700
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.32/hr
Range: $19.99 – $23.02
Annual Rate
$44,347
Range: $41,579 – $47,882
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.52/hr
Range: $22.99 – $26.47
Annual Rate
$50,999
Range: $47,816 – $55,064
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
