Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Wyoming, WY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.03 – $23.13
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,742 – $48,117
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
$18.77/hr
Range: $17.88 – $19.66
Annual Rate
$39,041
Range: $37,181 – $40,899
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.08/hr
Range: $21.03 – $23.13
Annual Rate
$45,930
Range: $43,742 – $48,117
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.39/hr
Range: $24.18 – $26.60
Annual Rate
$52,819
Range: $50,303 – $55,335
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
