Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in St. Cloud, MN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $28.40 – $31.24
Average Annual Pay
Range: $59,072 – $64,979
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
$25.35/hr
Range: $24.14 – $26.55
Annual Rate
$52,722
Range: $50,211 – $55,232
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.82/hr
Range: $28.40 – $31.24
Annual Rate
$62,026
Range: $59,072 – $64,979
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.29/hr
Range: $32.66 – $35.93
Annual Rate
$71,330
Range: $67,933 – $74,726
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
