Dental Assistant Jobs in Merriam, KS
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Dental Assistant Salary in the U.S.
National figures for dental assistants — this page shows the national estimate because no Merriam or Kansas figure is available for this role.
National median
$48,070
50th percentile
25th percentile
$44,340
90th percentile
$62,250
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (SOC 31-9091), May 2025 — the most recent national release.
About This Role
A dental assistant supports the dentist chairside with room prep, instruments, imaging, and patient care.
Dental practices across the Merriam area hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on DentistryHires right now.
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