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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.16 – $23.28
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,013 – $48,414
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Scranton--Wilkes-Barre
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
10.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
24.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
13.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
7.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
California, CA
$27.05
21.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
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
$18.89/hr
Range: $17.99 - $19.79
Annual Rate
$39,281
Range: $37,411 - $41,152
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.22/hr
Range: $21.16 - $23.28
Annual Rate
$46,213
Range: $44,013 - $48,414
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.55/hr
Range: $24.33 - $26.77
Annual Rate
$53,145
Range: $50,615 - $55,676
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
