[ref. e54566201] Dental Assistant

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Our dental assistant's job involves supporting our dentists and hygienist by providing patient care, assisting with procedures, maintaining records, and managing dental clinic operations. They prepare patients for treatment, sterilise instruments, and assist the dentist (and sometimes hygienist) during procedures.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Patient Care:
Greeting patients, escorting them to exam rooms, and preparing them for procedures.
  • Procedure Assistance:
Assisting the dentist during procedures, such as fillings, crowns, and extractions, by passing instruments and materials, suctioning, and helping to take X-rays.
  • Sterilisation and Instrument Management:
Sterilising and disinfecting dental instruments to a strict protocol, setting up instrument trays for specific procedures, and maintaining a clean and organised treatment environment.
  • Record Keeping:
Updating patient charts, documenting treatments, and managing patient records.
  • Oral Hygiene Education:
Providing patients with information on oral hygiene techniques and plaque control programs.
  • Other Tasks:

May include scheduling appointments and light reception work, ordering dental supplies, and managing the dental clinics inventory.

Work hours are from 8.15am to 5.15pm Monday to Thursday (4 days). Fridays may be offered in the future depending on practice growth and staffing requirements.

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