Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Utah
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.24 – $20.08
Average Annual Pay
Range: $35,859 – $41,766
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
$15.93/hr
Range: $14.65 – $17.07
Annual Rate
$33,125
Range: $30,480 – $35,501
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.74/hr
Range: $17.24 – $20.08
Annual Rate
$38,971
Range: $35,859 – $41,766
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.55/hr
Range: $19.83 – $23.09
Annual Rate
$44,817
Range: $41,238 – $48,031
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
