Dental Assistants in Tennessee
Dental assistants support dentists by preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and helping during patient procedures. They also provide patients with oral care instructions and handle administrative tasks like scheduling and records In Tennessee the median pay is $46,720 a year, 3% below the national median of $48,070.
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Who is hiring in Tennessee
Openings in Tennessee and remote
- DENTAL ASSISTANT (FEE BASIS) · Veterans Health Administration · Johnson City, Tennessee · $35–$70000
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
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Licenses and training in Tennessee
Dental Assistants pay in other states
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O*NET-SOC 31-9091.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Tennessee, annual.