Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Texarkana, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.19 – $20.01
Average Annual Pay
Range: $37,835 – $41,619
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
$16.23/hr
Range: $15.46 – $17.01
Annual Rate
$33,768
Range: $32,160 – $35,376
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.10/hr
Range: $18.19 – $20.01
Annual Rate
$39,727
Range: $37,835 – $41,619
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.96/hr
Range: $20.92 – $23.01
Annual Rate
$45,686
Range: $43,510 – $47,862
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
