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Dental Assistants Salaries
in South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.20 – $22.22
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,016 – $46,218
Salaries for Dental Assistants near South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$19.99
5.8%Lower than Dental Assistants in South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Alaska, AK
$27.63
30.3%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Arizona, AZ
$25.26
19.1%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Arkansas, AR
$20.56
3.1%Lower than Dental Assistants in South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
California, CA
$27.05
27.5%Higher than Dental Assistants in South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
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
$18.03/hr
Range: $17.17 - $18.89
Annual Rate
$37,499
Range: $35,714 - $39,285
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.21/hr
Range: $20.20 - $22.22
Annual Rate
$44,117
Range: $42,016 - $46,218
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.39/hr
Range: $23.23 - $25.55
Annual Rate
$50,735
Range: $48,318 - $53,151
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
