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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area, CO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.23 – $26.65
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,398 – $55,438
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
21.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area, CO
Alaska, AK
$27.63
8.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area, CO
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
0.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area, CO
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
19.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area, CO
California, CA
$27.05
6.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area, CO
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
$21.62/hr
Range: $20.60 - $22.65
Annual Rate
$44,980
Range: $42,838 - $47,122
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.44/hr
Range: $24.23 - $26.65
Annual Rate
$52,918
Range: $50,398 - $55,438
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.26/hr
Range: $27.86 - $30.65
Annual Rate
$60,856
Range: $57,958 - $63,754
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
