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Dental Assistants Salaries
in West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.64 – $23.80
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,011 – $49,512
Salaries for Dental Assistants near West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
12.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
Alaska, AK
$27.63
21.6%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
11.2%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
9.5%Lower than Dental Assistants in West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
California, CA
$27.05
19.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area, IL
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
$19.31/hr
Range: $18.39 - $20.23
Annual Rate
$40,173
Range: $38,259 - $42,085
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.72/hr
Range: $21.64 - $23.80
Annual Rate
$47,262
Range: $45,011 - $49,512
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.13/hr
Range: $24.89 - $27.37
Annual Rate
$54,351
Range: $51,763 - $56,939
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
