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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.98 – $25.28
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,798 – $52,578
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Waterloo-Cedar Falls
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
14.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
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Arkansas, AR
$20.56
14.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA
California, CA
$27.05
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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
$20.51/hr
Range: $19.53 - $21.49
Annual Rate
$42,660
Range: $40,628 - $44,691
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.13/hr
Range: $22.98 - $25.28
Annual Rate
$50,188
Range: $47,798 - $52,578
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.75/hr
Range: $26.43 - $29.07
Annual Rate
$57,716
Range: $54,968 - $60,465
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
