Wage Charts
ONTARIO DENTAL ASSISTANT WAGE GUIDE
Taking into consideration the results of the most recent salary survey, labour marketing information, hiring trends, and the Consumer Price Index, the ODAA recommends the following wages by position and experience level.
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Recommended Average Hourly Wage |
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Certified Dental Assistant (Chairside) |
Certified Dental Assistant II (Intra-oral) |
Certified Dental Receptionist |
Certified Dental Treatment Coordinator |
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New Grad |
$25.10 |
$27.83 |
$27.08 |
No data available |
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2-5 Years |
$26.87 |
$28.56 |
$28.05 |
$29.95 |
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5-10 Years |
$27.87 |
$29.51 |
$28.95 |
$31.52 |
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10-15 Years |
$28.95 |
$30.75 |
$29.55 |
$33.95 |
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15 + Years |
$30.50 |
$32.85 |
$33.57 |
$35.62 |
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Average Wage Across All Years of Experience |
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Certified Dental Assistant (Chairside) |
$30.17 |
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Certified Dental Assistant II (Intra-oral) |
$32.25 |
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Certified Dental Receptionist |
$33.00 |
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Certified Dental Treatment Coordinator |
$34.80 |
The ODAA recommends that employers offer an annual wage increase that, at minimum, matches the cost-of-living increase. Wage increases that recognize increased skills, duties, or seniority should exceed the cost-of-living increase. The salary guide represents the average hourly wage, not the maximum or minimum wage Ontario Dental Assistants Association recommends for its certified members.
The 2024 Guide incorporates a 3.9% increase to reflect the Consumer Price Index for Canada (CPI) increase since January 2023. The proposed salary guide includes only hourly wages and does not include other benefits.
If you have any questions or need assistance using the wage information, please contact the ODAA office.
Last updated: March 2024