Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.86 – $25.15
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,549 – $52,304
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
$20.40/hr
Range: $19.43 – $21.38
Annual Rate
$42,437
Range: $40,417 – $44,458
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.00/hr
Range: $22.86 – $25.15
Annual Rate
$49,926
Range: $47,549 – $52,304
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.60/hr
Range: $26.29 – $28.92
Annual Rate
$57,415
Range: $54,681 – $60,150
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
