We are looking for a responsible, caring, and well-organized Dental Assistant to support the dentist during dental procedures and ensure smooth day-to-day clinical operations. The candidate will assist with patient care, instrument preparation, sterilization, chairside assistance, and maintaining a clean and hygienic clinical environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during dental examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Prepare the dental chair, instruments, materials, and treatment area before procedures.
- Provide chairside assistance during treatments.
- Prepare and handle dental materials as instructed by the dentist.
- Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and properly store dental instruments.
- Follow strict infection-control and clinic hygiene protocols.
- Prepare patients for treatment and help them feel comfortable.
- Assist with taking and maintaining dental records, as required.
- Ensure instruments and clinical supplies are available and properly organized.
- Monitor and maintain adequate stock of dental materials and consumables.
- Dispose of biomedical waste safely and according to applicable procedures.
- Clean and maintain the dental operatory and equipment.
- Assist with patient appointments and basic front-desk coordination when required.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and professional conduct at all times.
- Follow the dentist's instructions and clinic policies.
- Report any equipment, stock, or infection-control issues to the clinic management.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Diploma/certificate in Dental Assisting or relevant healthcare training preferred.
- Previous experience in a dental clinic is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of dental instruments and procedures.
- Knowledge of sterilization and infection-control practices.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patient-friendly and compassionate attitude.
- Ability to work efficiently as part of a dental team.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Willingness to learn and follow clinical protocols.
- Working ConditionsWork is primarily performed in a dental clinical setting.
- May require standing for extended periods and assisting during multiple procedures.
- Must maintain high standards of personal and clinical hygiene.
- Key Personal QualitiesResponsible and punctual
- Polite and patient-friendly
- Attentive to detail
- Hygienic and well-organized
- Team-oriented
- Calm and professional
- Willing to learn
FRESHERS ARE WELCOME, TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED IF NEED BE.