Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Winston-Salem, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.30 – $25.63
Average Annual Pay
Range: $48,464 – $53,310
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
$20.80/hr
Range: $19.80 – $21.79
Annual Rate
$43,254
Range: $41,194 – $45,314
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.47/hr
Range: $23.30 – $25.63
Annual Rate
$50,887
Range: $48,464 – $53,310
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.14/hr
Range: $26.79 – $29.47
Annual Rate
$58,520
Range: $55,734 – $61,306
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
