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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Stockton-Lodi, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.88 – $27.37
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,750 – $56,925
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Stockton-Lodi
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
5.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Stockton-Lodi, CA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
3.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Stockton-Lodi, CA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
21.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Stockton-Lodi, CA
California, CA
$27.05
3.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Stockton-Lodi, CA
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
$22.20/hr
Range: $21.15 - $23.26
Annual Rate
$46,187
Range: $43,988 - $48,386
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.12/hr
Range: $24.88 - $27.37
Annual Rate
$54,338
Range: $51,750 - $56,925
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.04/hr
Range: $28.61 - $31.48
Annual Rate
$62,489
Range: $59,512 - $65,464
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
