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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.87 – $24.06
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,490 – $50,039
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
12.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area, NY
Alaska, AK
$27.63
20.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area, NY
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
10.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area, NY
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
10.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area, NY
California, CA
$27.05
17.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area, NY
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
$19.52/hr
Range: $18.59 - $20.45
Annual Rate
$40,599
Range: $38,667 - $42,533
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.96/hr
Range: $21.87 - $24.06
Annual Rate
$47,764
Range: $45,490 - $50,039
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.40/hr
Range: $25.15 - $27.67
Annual Rate
$54,929
Range: $52,313 - $57,545
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
