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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Tulsa, OK
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.92 – $23.01
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,514 – $47,865
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Tulsa
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
9.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Tulsa, OK
Alaska, AK
$27.63
25.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Tulsa, OK
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
15.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Tulsa, OK
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
6.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Tulsa, OK
California, CA
$27.05
23.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Tulsa, OK
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
