Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Texas
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $16.76 – $23.84
Average Annual Pay
Range: $34,861 – $49,587
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
$16.27/hr
Range: $14.25 – $20.26
Annual Rate
$33,841
Range: $29,632 – $42,149
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.14/hr
Range: $16.76 – $23.84
Annual Rate
$39,813
Range: $34,861 – $49,587
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.01/hr
Range: $19.27 – $27.42
Annual Rate
$45,785
Range: $40,090 – $57,025
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
