Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Tulsa, OK
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.92 – $23.01
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,514 – $47,865
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
$18.67/hr
Range: $17.78 – $19.56
Annual Rate
$38,836
Range: $36,987 – $40,685
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.97/hr
Range: $20.92 – $23.01
Annual Rate
$45,689
Range: $43,514 – $47,865
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.27/hr
Range: $24.06 – $26.46
Annual Rate
$52,542
Range: $50,041 – $55,045
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
