Locum Dental Nurse Salary in Philadelphia, PA

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How much does a Locum Dental Nurse make in Philadelphia, PA?

As of February 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Locum Dental Nurse in Philadelphia, PA is $44,838. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,495 to $50,541, with most professionals earning between $36,542 and $55,734.

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What is a Locum Dental Nurse?

A Locum Dental Nurse is a temporary dental nurse who fills in for permanent staff members who are on leave or unable to work. Their responsibilities include assisting the dentist during procedures, preparing and sterilizing instruments, taking and developing dental x-rays, maintaining patient records, and providing support and reassurance to patients. They may also be responsible for administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing the dental office. A Locum Dental Nurse must have strong communication and organizational skills, as well as a thorough understanding of dental procedures and equipment. They must also be able to adapt quickly to different dental practices and work well as part of a team.

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Locum Dental Nurse Salary By Level of Education in Philadelphia, PA

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Average Salary Range for Locum Dental Nurse in Philadelphia, PA

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What is the average salary for Locum Dental Nurse in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Locum Dental Nurse in Philadelphia, PA. The base salary for Locum Dental Nurse ranges from $40,495 to $50,541 with the average base salary of $44,838. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,108 to $51,849 with the average total cash compensation of $45,561.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $44,838 $40,495 - $50,541
Bonus $723 $613 - $1,308
Total Pay $45,561 $41,108 - $51,849
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Locum Dental Nurse Salary Near Philadelphia, PA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Camden, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,695 - $50,790 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE West Chester, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,189 - $50,158 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Doylestown, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,699 - $52,043 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Trenton, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,827 - $52,203 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Wilmington, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,265 - $50,254 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE New Castle, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,265 - $50,254 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
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