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Dental Assistants Salaries
in Western Washington nonmetropolitan area, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.88 – $28.47
Average Annual Pay
Range: $53,830 – $59,213
Salaries for Dental Assistants near Western Washington nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
26.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Western Washington nonmetropolitan area, WA
Alaska, AK
$27.63
1.7%Higher than Dental Assistants in Western Washington nonmetropolitan area, WA
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
7.0%Lower than Dental Assistants in Western Washington nonmetropolitan area, WA
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
24.3%Lower than Dental Assistants in Western Washington nonmetropolitan area, WA
California, CA
$27.05
0.4%Lower than Dental Assistants in Western Washington nonmetropolitan area, 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
$23.09/hr
Range: $22.00 - $24.20
Annual Rate
$48,044
Range: $45,756 - $50,331
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.17/hr
Range: $25.88 - $28.47
Annual Rate
$56,522
Range: $53,830 - $59,213
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.25/hr
Range: $29.76 - $32.74
Annual Rate
$65,000
Range: $61,904 - $68,095
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
