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Dental Assistants Salaries
in St. Joseph, MO-KS, MO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.44 – $23.58
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,595 – $49,055
Salaries for Dental Assistants near St. Joseph, MO-KS
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
22.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in St. Joseph, MO-KS, MO
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
12.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in St. Joseph, MO-KS, MO
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
8.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in St. Joseph, MO-KS, MO
California, CA
$27.05
20.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in St. Joseph, MO-KS, MO
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
$19.13/hr
Range: $18.22 - $20.04
Annual Rate
$39,801
Range: $37,906 - $41,697
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.51/hr
Range: $21.44 - $23.58
Annual Rate
$46,825
Range: $44,595 - $49,055
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.89/hr
Range: $24.66 - $27.12
Annual Rate
$53,849
Range: $51,284 - $56,413
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
