Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in Tennessee
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.20 – $23.78
Average Annual Pay
Range: $42,016 – $49,462
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
$18.22/hr
Range: $17.17 – $20.21
Annual Rate
$37,890
Range: $35,714 – $42,043
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.43/hr
Range: $20.20 – $23.78
Annual Rate
$44,577
Range: $42,016 – $49,462
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.64/hr
Range: $23.23 – $27.35
Annual Rate
$51,264
Range: $48,318 – $56,881
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
