Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
- Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures.
- Assisting dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary
- Operate technical dental machines in thepractice
- Assist dentist in attending to patients within the allocated time for waiting and treatment
- Comply with all Practices’ policies and procedures on diagnosis, treatment, etc.
- Input, update and keep accurate records of Patients’ dental structure.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- National Diploma in Dental Health is required. Additional certification or training is an advantage
- Minimum of 2 years post-College of Health Technology and progressive experience as an assistant within the private and public sectors. Experience working with public health and health systems is an advantage.
Person Specification:
- Passionate
- Problem solver
- Focused and patient
- Attentive to details
- Ability to manage pressure
- A team player
Competencies:
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to perform basic dental procedures
- Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
- Communication - Actively listens and checks for understanding.
- Team Player - The ability to work with others in a way that recognizes their contribution and strengths, and promotes collaborative working across different or cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives.