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Dental Assistants Salaries
in South Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.77 – $23.95
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,282 – $49,810
Salaries for Dental Assistants near South Illinois nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
12.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in South Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
Alaska, AK
$27.63
20.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
10.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
10.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in South Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
California, CA
$27.05
18.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
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
$19.43/hr
Range: $18.50 - $20.36
Annual Rate
$40,414
Range: $38,490 - $42,339
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.86/hr
Range: $21.77 - $23.95
Annual Rate
$47,546
Range: $45,282 - $49,810
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.29/hr
Range: $25.04 - $27.54
Annual Rate
$54,678
Range: $52,074 - $57,281
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
