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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.19 – $26.61
Average Annual Pay
Range: $50,315 – $55,347
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Wenatchee-East Wenatchee
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$19.99
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Alaska, AK
$27.63
8.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
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Arkansas, AR
$20.56
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California, CA
$27.05
6.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA
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
$21.59/hr
Range: $20.56 - $22.62
Annual Rate
$44,906
Range: $42,768 - $47,045
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.40/hr
Range: $24.19 - $26.61
Annual Rate
$52,831
Range: $50,315 - $55,347
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.21/hr
Range: $27.82 - $30.60
Annual Rate
$60,756
Range: $57,862 - $63,649
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
