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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.78 – $26.16
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,462 – $54,409
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Spokane-Spokane Valley
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
19.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
10.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
1.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
17.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA
California, CA
$27.05
8.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA
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
$21.22/hr
Range: $20.21 - $22.24
Annual Rate
$44,146
Range: $42,043 - $46,248
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.97/hr
Range: $23.78 - $26.16
Annual Rate
$51,936
Range: $49,462 - $54,409
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.72/hr
Range: $27.35 - $30.08
Annual Rate
$59,726
Range: $56,881 - $62,570
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
