Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.08 – $23.19
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,846 – $48,231
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
$18.81/hr
Range: $17.92 – $19.71
Annual Rate
$39,133
Range: $37,269 – $40,996
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.13/hr
Range: $21.08 – $23.19
Annual Rate
$46,039
Range: $43,846 – $48,231
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.45/hr
Range: $24.24 – $26.67
Annual Rate
$52,945
Range: $50,423 – $55,466
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
