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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.37 – $22.41
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,370 – $46,607
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
6.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
29.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
18.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
3.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
California, CA
$27.05
26.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area, PA
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
$18.18/hr
Range: $17.31 - $19.05
Annual Rate
$37,815
Range: $36,015 - $39,616
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.39/hr
Range: $20.37 - $22.41
Annual Rate
$44,488
Range: $42,370 - $46,607
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.60/hr
Range: $23.43 - $25.77
Annual Rate
$51,161
Range: $48,725 - $53,598
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
