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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area, OK
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.46 – $22.51
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,557 – $46,812
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
6.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area, OK
Alaska, AK
$27.63
28.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area, OK
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
17.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area, OK
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
4.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area, OK
California, CA
$27.05
25.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area, OK
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
$18.26/hr
Range: $17.39 - $19.13
Annual Rate
$37,982
Range: $36,173 - $39,790
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.48/hr
Range: $20.46 - $22.51
Annual Rate
$44,685
Range: $42,557 - $46,812
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.70/hr
Range: $23.53 - $25.89
Annual Rate
$51,388
Range: $48,941 - $53,834
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
