– DENTAL ASSISTANTPosition

Dental Assistant

Department

Dental and Maxillofacial Department

Reporting To

Branch In-Charge / Operations Manager / Concerned Dentist

Job Summary The Dental Assistant will support dentists and clinical teams in the smooth and efficient delivery of dental treatments. The role includes chairside assistance, patient preparation, sterilization, clinical inventory management, and maintaining proper clinical records and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Chairside Assistance
- Assist dentists during dental procedures and treatments.
- Prepare and arrange dental instruments, materials, and equipment before procedures.
- Ensure all required instruments and materials are available during treatment.
- Support the dentist during OP, procedures, and emergency cases when required.
- Patient Care
- Welcome and prepare patients for treatment.
- Assist patients before, during, and after procedures.
- Provide basic instructions to patients as directed by the dentist.
- Maintain a professional, polite, and patient-friendly approach.
- Sterilization & Infection Control
- Clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments according to the prescribed protocol.
- Maintain proper sterilization records.
- Ensure treatment rooms and dental equipment are clean and ready for use.
- Follow all infection-control and clinical hygiene protocols.
- Clinical Records & Documentation
- Assist in maintaining patient records and case sheets.
- Ensure treatment-related documentation is completed properly.
- Update required information in the dental software/system as instructed.
- Inventory Management
- Monitor dental materials, consumables, and instruments.
- Inform the concerned person about low-stock or required items.
- Maintain proper storage and organization of clinical materials.
- Support stock verification and inventory reporting.




- Treatment Room Management
- Ensure the dental chair and treatment area are ready before each appointment.
- Clean and reset the treatment room after every patient.
- Check basic functioning and availability of dental equipment and instruments.
- Coordination
- Coordinate with dentists, reception, coordinators, and other staff for smooth patient flow.
- Assist in managing appointments and treatment schedules when required.
- Support the branch team in maintaining smooth daily operations.
- Other Responsibilities
- Follow organizational SOPs, policies, and instructions.
- Maintain punctuality, attendance, professional conduct, and workplace discipline.
- Perform other reasonable duties assigned by management or the reporting dentist.

Required Skills
- Basic knowledge of dental procedures and instruments.
- Good chairside assisting skills.
- Knowledge of sterilization and infection-control procedures.
- Good communication and patient-handling skills.
- Ability to work effectively with dentists and clinical teams.
- Basic computer and documentation skills.
- Positive organizational and time-management skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to different clinical procedures.

Qualification & Experience
- Qualification: Dental Assistant / Dental Nursing / relevant healthcare qualification preferred.
- Experience: Freshers may be considered; prior dental clinic or hospital experience will be an advantage.
- Training may be provided to suitable candidates.

Work Expectations
- Maintain professional behaviour and patient confidentiality.
- Follow assigned duty schedules and branch requirements.
- Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and readiness of the clinical area.
- Ensure timely completion of assigned reports and responsibilities.
- Support the organization in delivering a safe and positive patient experience.

Pay: From ₹12,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Dental Assistant/Receptionist (Kozhikode)
🏢 Meitra Hospital, Calicut
📍 Kozhikode