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Dental Assistants Salaries
in West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area, KY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.75 – $20.63
Average Annual Pay
Range: $39,000 – $42,900
Salaries for Dental Assistants near West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
1.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area, KY
Alaska, AK
$27.63
40.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area, KY
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
28.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area, KY
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
4.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area, KY
California, CA
$27.05
37.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area, KY
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
$16.74/hr
Range: $15.94 - $17.54
Annual Rate
$34,808
Range: $33,150 - $36,465
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.69/hr
Range: $18.75 - $20.63
Annual Rate
$40,950
Range: $39,000 - $42,900
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.64/hr
Range: $21.56 - $23.72
Annual Rate
$47,093
Range: $44,850 - $49,335
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
