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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area, MO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.24 – $22.26
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,099 – $46,309
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
5.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area, MO
Alaska, AK
$27.63
30.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area, MO
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
18.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area, MO
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
3.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area, MO
California, CA
$27.05
27.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area, MO
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
$18.06/hr
Range: $17.20 - $18.92
Annual Rate
$37,573
Range: $35,784 - $39,363
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.25/hr
Range: $20.24 - $22.26
Annual Rate
$44,204
Range: $42,099 - $46,309
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.44/hr
Range: $23.28 - $25.60
Annual Rate
$50,835
Range: $48,414 - $53,255
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
