Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Walla Walla, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.10 – $26.51
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,128 – $55,141
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
$21.51/hr
Range: $20.48 – $22.53
Annual Rate
$44,739
Range: $42,609 – $46,870
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.31/hr
Range: $24.10 – $26.51
Annual Rate
$52,634
Range: $50,128 – $55,141
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.11/hr
Range: $27.71 – $30.49
Annual Rate
$60,529
Range: $57,647 – $63,412
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
