What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

The job title is Dental Assistant, and it’s located in Nashville, Tennessee.

The salary for this position ranges from $49,951 to $64,936.

Dental Assistants at this level help staff dental assistants with routine patient care and perform some complex procedures under the supervision of more experienced dental assistants or a dental supervisor. They assist the dentist with direct patient care and handle other clinical and clerical tasks on their own.

Yes, applicants can be referred and tentatively selected while they complete their educational or certification requirements, but they can’t be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic requirements include being proficient in spoken and written English, having six months of relevant experience or completing a one-year Dental Assistant program accredited by the American Dental Association, or a combination of both. Also, if administering radiologic procedures, applicants need to meet specific credentialing standards and pass the Dental Radiation Health and Safety Examination.