• Application Deadline: Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Dental Surgery Assistant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification OND


• Experience 1 year


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

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


• Giving patients information on dental hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control programs.


• Preparing Patients for dental procedures.


• Operate technical dental machines in diagnosis and treatment of patients


• Assist dentist in examining dental and oral health of patients


• Assist dentist in attending to patients within the allocated time for waiting and treatment


• Comply with all Practices’ policies and procedure on diagnosis, treatment, etc.


• Input, update and keep accurate records of Patients’ dental structure


• Others may be assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• National Diploma in Dental Health is required. Additional Certification or training is an advantage


• Minimum of 1 year post-College of Health Technology and progressive experience as an assistant within the private and public sector. Experience working with public health and health systems is an advantage.

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.