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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Traverse City, MI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.12 – $24.33
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,010 – $50,611
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Traverse City
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
13.9%Lower than Dental Assistants in Traverse City, MI
Alaska, AK
$27.63
18.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in Traverse City, MI
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
8.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Traverse City, MI
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
11.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in Traverse City, MI
California, CA
$27.05
16.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Traverse City, MI
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
$19.75/hr
Range: $18.80 - $20.68
Annual Rate
$41,064
Range: $39,109 - $43,019
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.23/hr
Range: $22.12 - $24.33
Annual Rate
$48,310
Range: $46,010 - $50,611
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.71/hr
Range: $25.44 - $27.98
Annual Rate
$55,556
Range: $52,911 - $58,203
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
