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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.32 – $23.45
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,346 – $48,780
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
10.7%Lower than Dental Assistants in Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area, NC
Alaska, AK
$27.63
23.4%Higher than Dental Assistants in Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area, NC
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
12.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area, NC
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
8.2%Lower than Dental Assistants in Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area, NC
California, CA
$27.05
20.8%Higher than Dental Assistants in Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area, NC
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
$19.03/hr
Range: $18.12 - $19.93
Annual Rate
$39,579
Range: $37,694 - $41,463
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.39/hr
Range: $21.32 - $23.45
Annual Rate
$46,563
Range: $44,346 - $48,780
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.75/hr
Range: $24.52 - $26.97
Annual Rate
$53,547
Range: $50,998 - $56,097
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
