The position involves overseeing a range of operational duties, including managing project timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to company standards. Key responsibilities include monitoring performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency. Additionally, the role requires collaborating with leadership to align projects with organizational objectives and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders throughout the process.
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials in accordance with established procedures and protocols to ensure seamless dental care delivery.
Prepare patients for dental procedures by warmly greeting them, ensuring their comfort, helping them into the treatment chair, reviewing their health forms, and properly draping them.
Instruments are prepared and delivered to the treatment area after sterilization, with proper positioning to facilitate dentist access. Additionally, duties include suctioning and passing instruments as required throughout procedures.
Implement the four-handed and four-eyes dentistry principles to ensure optimal patient care and procedural accuracy through collaborative teamwork and meticulous double-checking.
Support the dentist in the preparation and mixing of dental materials as required.
Capture intraoral photographs, perform pulp vitality tests, and pour, trim, and polish study casts to generate comprehensive diagnostic information.
Provide support for specialized dental procedures, including periodontal therapy, endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, implant placement, and restoration.
Fabricate temporary restorations, select appropriate shades, and perform cleaning and polishing of removable appliances.
Provide patients with comprehensive education on oral hygiene techniques, methods for plaque control, and postoperative care instructions, including any medications prescribed by the dentist.
Accurately record all dental care services provided by documenting them in patient records using dental software.
Ensure adherence to established hospital policies, procedures, and regulations to uphold a safe and sanitary work environment.
Ensure the optimal functionality of dental equipment by adhering to all preventive maintenance protocols, strictly following manufacturer guidelines, diagnosing malfunctions, arranging necessary repairs, managing equipment inventories, and assessing new equipment and techniques.
Responsible for overseeing the dental supplies inventory, this includes assessing current stock levels, forecasting future supply requirements, initiating and accelerating orders as needed, and confirming the accurate receipt of all delivered supplies.
Utilize dental equipment and supplies efficiently to preserve resources while achieving required job outcomes.
Collaborate effectively within the team to achieve shared objectives and deliver results as required.
Oversee the upkeep of laboratory facilities, manage dental clinical operations, and ensure meticulous record-keeping.
Oversee the completion of outsourced dental laboratory tasks, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of products and maintaining communication with external partners to address any discrepancies or requirements.
Requirements:
A relevant Diploma in Community Oral Health or comparable qualification is required.
Seeking a candidate with a minimum of two years of hands-on experience in a dental assisting role.
Delivers exceptional client support through attentive listening, clear communication, and timely resolution of inquiries to ensure a positive experience.
We seek candidates with strong interpersonal abilities and excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate clear and effective exchanges with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. The role requires the ability to articulate ideas concisely, actively listen, and adapt communication styles to diverse audiences. Additionally, the position demands proficiency in drafting professional correspondence, reports, and presentations with precision and clarity.
Demonstrates genuine compassion and understanding when interacting with patients across the entire age spectrum.
Culturally sensitive professionals demonstrate a deep understanding and appreciation for diverse backgrounds, customs, and perspectives, ensuring interactions and decisions are inclusive and respectful. They must possess strong interpersonal skills to navigate varying cultural norms and avoid unintentional offense. This role requires adaptability to different communication styles and the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied cultural contexts. Additionally, they should uphold ethical standards while promoting equity and inclusion in all professional engagements.
Proven capacity for collaborative work within a team-oriented environment, demonstrating effective communication and cooperation with colleagues to achieve shared objectives.
Meticulous attention to detail is a fundamental requirement for this role, ensuring precision in all aspects of the work. The ideal candidate must demonstrate an exceptional ability to identify discrepancies, maintain accuracy, and adhere to established standards. Through thorough review and careful examination, they will uphold the integrity and quality of deliverables, fostering reliability in processes and outcomes.
Qualifications
Diploma
Experience Required
2 years
