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Dental Assistants Salaries
in South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area, NE
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.51 – $22.56
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,661 – $46,927
Salaries for Dental Assistants near South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
7.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area, NE
Alaska, AK
$27.63
28.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area, NE
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
17.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area, NE
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
4.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area, NE
California, CA
$27.05
25.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area, NE
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
$18.31/hr
Range: $17.43 - $19.18
Annual Rate
$38,075
Range: $36,262 - $39,888
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.54/hr
Range: $20.51 - $22.56
Annual Rate
$44,794
Range: $42,661 - $46,927
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.77/hr
Range: $23.59 - $25.94
Annual Rate
$51,513
Range: $49,060 - $53,966
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
