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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.54 – $21.49
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,643 – $44,708
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Shreveport-Bossier City
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
2.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
34.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
23.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
0.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
California, CA
$27.05
31.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
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
$17.44/hr
Range: $16.61 - $18.27
Annual Rate
$36,274
Range: $34,547 - $38,002
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.52/hr
Range: $19.54 - $21.49
Annual Rate
$42,675
Range: $40,643 - $44,708
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.60/hr
Range: $22.47 - $24.71
Annual Rate
$49,076
Range: $46,739 - $51,414
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
