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Dental Assistants Salaries
in South Dakota, SD
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.60 – $25.96
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,088 – $53,997
Salaries for Dental Assistants near South Dakota
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
19.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in South Dakota, SD
Alaska, AK
$27.63
11.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Dakota, SD
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
1.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Dakota, SD
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
17.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in South Dakota, SD
California, CA
$27.05
9.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Dakota, SD
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
$21.06/hr
Range: $20.06 - $22.07
Annual Rate
$43,811
Range: $41,725 - $45,897
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.78/hr
Range: $23.60 - $25.96
Annual Rate
$51,542
Range: $49,088 - $53,997
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.50/hr
Range: $27.14 - $29.85
Annual Rate
$59,273
Range: $56,451 - $62,097
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
