Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in South Bend-Mishawaka, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.12 – $26.53
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,170 – $55,187
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
$21.53/hr
Range: $20.50 – $22.55
Annual Rate
$44,776
Range: $42,645 – $46,909
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.33/hr
Range: $24.12 – $26.53
Annual Rate
$52,678
Range: $50,170 – $55,187
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.13/hr
Range: $27.74 – $30.51
Annual Rate
$60,580
Range: $57,695 – $63,465
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
