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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Watertown-Fort Drum, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.61 – $22.67
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,869 – $47,156
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Watertown-Fort Drum
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Alabama, AL
$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
27.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Watertown-Fort Drum, NY
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
16.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Watertown-Fort Drum, NY
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
5.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Watertown-Fort Drum, NY
California, CA
$27.05
25.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in Watertown-Fort Drum, 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
$18.39/hr
Range: $17.52 - $19.27
Annual Rate
$38,260
Range: $36,439 - $40,083
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.64/hr
Range: $20.61 - $22.67
Annual Rate
$45,012
Range: $42,869 - $47,156
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.89/hr
Range: $23.70 - $26.07
Annual Rate
$51,764
Range: $49,299 - $54,229
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
