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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Utica-Rome, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.91 – $24.10
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,573 – $50,130
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Utica-Rome
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
20.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in Utica-Rome, NY
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
9.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Utica-Rome, NY
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
10.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in Utica-Rome, NY
California, CA
$27.05
17.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in Utica-Rome, NY
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
$19.56/hr
Range: $18.62 - $20.48
Annual Rate
$40,673
Range: $38,737 - $42,611
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.01/hr
Range: $21.91 - $24.10
Annual Rate
$47,851
Range: $45,573 - $50,130
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.46/hr
Range: $25.20 - $27.71
Annual Rate
$55,029
Range: $52,409 - $57,649
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
