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Dental Assistants Salaries
in West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.73 – $22.80
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,118 – $47,430
Salaries for Dental Assistants near West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
8.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Alaska, AK
$27.63
26.9%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
16.0%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
5.6%Lower than Dental Assistants in West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
California, CA
$27.05
24.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
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
$18.50/hr
Range: $17.62 - $19.38
Annual Rate
$38,483
Range: $36,650 - $40,316
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.77/hr
Range: $20.73 - $22.80
Annual Rate
$45,274
Range: $43,118 - $47,430
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.04/hr
Range: $23.84 - $26.22
Annual Rate
$52,065
Range: $49,586 - $54,544
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
