Dental assistants are responsible for a variety of tasks in dental offices. They may assist dentists by preparing patients, taking impressions of their mouths, and setting up equipment. They also keep the office running smoothly by answering phones, scheduling appointments, and assisting patients in the waiting room. Dental assistants must have good communication skills because they work closely with patients.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the median annual wages for dental assistants was $38,680 as of May 2017. The top 10% earned more than $55,910 per year, while the bottom 10% earned less than $27,210 annually.
The average pay for a dental assistant in Arizona is $32,000. That’s more than the national average of $30,000.
And if you’re looking for a new job as a dental assistant, we’ve got some other great news: there are jobs available in your area.
In fact, there are more than 2,100 dental assistant jobs open right now in Arizona—that’s more than double what it was just last year. And that doesn’t even count all the positions that are still being filled by current employees!
Dental Assistant Salary In Arizona
Dental Assistant salary in Arizona
How much does a Dental Assistant make in Arizona?
Average base salary
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The average salary for a dental assistant is $20.87 per hour in Arizona. 1.5k salaries reported, updated at July 21, 2022.
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Salaries by years of experience in Arizona
| Years of experience | Per hour |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | $18.34 |
| 1 to 2 years | $19.99 |
| 3 to 5 years | $22.95 |
| 6 to 9 years | $23.98 |
| More than 10 years | $26.03 |
View job openings with the years of experience that is relevant to you on IndeedEntry LevelMid LevelSenior Level
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Top companies for Dental Assistants in Arizona
- Alcoa3.91991 reviews15 salaries reported$35.00per hour
- Timber Dental3.335 reviews49 salaries reported$27.32per hour
- METRO DENTALCARE2.859 reviews358 salaries reported$26.37per hour
- COMPREHENSIVE MOBILE CARE4.129 reviews10 salaries reported$25.00per hour
- The Super Dentists4.047 reviews10 salaries reported$25.00per hour
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Highest paying cities for Dental Assistants in Arizona
- Phoenix, AZ$21.29 per hour362 salaries reported
- Scottsdale, AZ$20.84 per hour146 salaries reported
- Chandler, AZ$20.37 per hour92 salaries reported
- Tempe, AZ$20.33 per hour42 salaries reported
- Tucson, AZ$19.77 per hour158 salaries reported
- Glendale, AZ$19.63 per hour71 salaries reported
- Mesa, AZ$19.50 per hour97 salaries reported
- Gilbert, AZ$19.46 per hour92 salaries reported
- Prescott, AZ$18.78 per hour25 salaries reported
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Where can a Dental Assistant earn more?
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Dental Assistants
Most recommended certification
EFDA Certificationearn +7.51% more
The jobs requiring this certification have increase by 1600.00% since 2018. Dental Assistants with this certification earn +7.51% more than the average base salary, which is $20.87 per hour.2017201820192020
Job Trend
| Year | Number of job openings on Indeed requiring this certification | Change from previous year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | increase by 1 |
| 2018 | 1 | decrease by 0.00% |
| 2019 | 17 | increase by 1600.00% |
Top companies hiring Dental Assistants with the recommended certification
Gentle DentalTODAY’S DENTALRenew DentalTopLaserDentist.comMB2 HR
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Top licenses
+21.49%salary
Top skills
Anatomy Knowledge
+18.97%salary
Top specialties
Primary Care
+5.76%salary
More critical skills and qualifications that pay well
Salaries by qualificationsLicensesSkillsCertificationsSpecialties
| Top Licenses | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Dental Hygienist | +21.49% | 29 jobs | 53 |
| Registered Dental AssistantPopular schools offering certificationNorthwest Career College | +3.05% | 2,967 jobs | 4,336 |
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Most common benefits for Dental Assistants
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Pet insurance
- Prescription drug insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
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45%
Salary satisfaction
Based on 1,022 ratings
45% of Dental Assistants in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
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