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Smile Brands·Nashville, Tennessee
Dental Assistant (with RDA)
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The dental assistant will support the dentist during exams and procedures while ensuring patient comfort and efficiency. They are also responsible for sterilizing instruments, taking X-rays, and maintaining accurate patient records.
At Smile Brands, we’re more than a dental support organization — we’re a community focused on delivering Smiles for Everyone®.
With a network of 600+ practices across 30 states, we empower our teams to thrive, grow, and make a real impact.
If you're looking for a place where your work truly matters, you’ve found it.
We’re currently looking for a Registered Dental Assistant to support our Castle Dental team Nashville, TN.
This is your chance to bring your clinical skills, upbeat energy, and patient-first mindset to a team that supports and celebrates you.
Schedule (days/hours)
Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
Assist the dentist during exams and procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort Take and develop dental X-rays as needed Sterilize and prepare instruments and treatment rooms following infection control protocols Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and dental procedures Maintain accurate patient records and update charts
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) – required Dental Radiology (X-Ray) Certification Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain prior to start date) Knowledge of dental terminology and infection control standards Strong communication skills and a patient-first mindset
$19 - $21/hr About Us
are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site. Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@smilebrands.com
Candidates must hold a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license and a Dental Radiology certification. Current CPR/BLS certification is also required prior to the start date.
Market context
In Tennessee, dental roles often draw steady demand from practices serving both urban and rural communities, where access and patient volume can vary by location. These positions can be competitive because employers may prioritize licensure, reliable transportation, and candidates who can work independently; the listed requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, confirm your state license status and clean driving record, and review the travel-related benefits carefully.