The Dental Assistant supports the dentist during treatments, keeps the clinic clean and sterile, and helps patients feel comfortable. The role combines chairside clinical work with front-desk and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Chairside / Clinical

- Prepare the treatment room, instruments and materials before each patient
- Assist the dentist during procedures: passing instruments, suction, and keeping the working area clear
- Mix filling, impression and cement materials as directed
- Take and develop dental X-rays (where trained/permitted)
- Take basic impressions and help with study models
- Monitor patients during treatment and report any discomfort or reactions

Sterilization and Hygiene

- Clean and sterilize instruments using the autoclave and follow infection-control protocols
- Disinfect dental chairs, surfaces and equipment between patients
- Handle biomedical waste according to rules

Patient Care

- Greet patients, seat them and explain what to expect
- Give post-treatment care instructions (after extractions, fillings,



etc.)
- Teach basic oral hygiene such as brushing and flossing

Administrative

- Schedule appointments and send reminders
- Maintain patient records and treatment notes
- Handle billing, payments and basic insurance paperwork
- Track stock of dental materials and consumables and raise orders

Qualifications

- 12th pass
- 1–2 years of experience in a dental clinic preferred; freshers with training may be considered
- Knowledge of sterilization procedures and dental instruments
- Basic computer skills (appointment software, billing)

Skills

- Positive communication in English, Hindi and Marathi
- Calm, patient and gentle with nervous patients and children
- Attention to detail and cleanliness
- Steady hands and the ability to stand for long periods
- Punctual and well organized

Pay: ₹8,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Dental Assistant (Mulund West)
🏢 the tooth station
📍 Mulund West