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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area, ME
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.67 – $27.14
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,314 – $56,445
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
22.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area, ME
Alaska, AK
$27.63
6.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area, ME
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
2.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area, ME
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
20.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area, ME
California, CA
$27.05
4.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area, ME
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
$22.01/hr
Range: $20.97 - $23.07
Annual Rate
$45,797
Range: $43,617 - $47,978
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.90/hr
Range: $24.67 - $27.14
Annual Rate
$53,879
Range: $51,314 - $56,445
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.78/hr
Range: $28.37 - $31.21
Annual Rate
$61,961
Range: $59,011 - $64,912
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
