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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area, SC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.30 – $22.33
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,224 – $46,446
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
6.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area, SC
Alaska, AK
$27.63
29.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area, SC
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
18.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area, SC
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
3.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area, SC
California, CA
$27.05
26.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area, SC
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
$18.12/hr
Range: $17.25 - $18.98
Annual Rate
$37,685
Range: $35,890 - $39,479
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.32/hr
Range: $20.30 - $22.33
Annual Rate
$44,335
Range: $42,224 - $46,446
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.52/hr
Range: $23.34 - $25.68
Annual Rate
$50,985
Range: $48,558 - $53,413
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
