Dental Nurse is needed at Choice Dental

Essential responsibilities: Others may be assigned

• Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures.

• Assisting dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary

• Giving patients information on dental hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control programs.

• Preparing Patients for dental procedures.

• Operate technical dental machines in the diagnosis and treatment of patients

• Assist dentist in examining dental and oral health of patients

• Assist dentist in attending to patients within the allocated time for waiting and treatment

• Comply with all Practices’ policies and procedures on diagnosis, treatment, etc.

• Input, update and keep accurate records of Patients’ dental structure 

Knowledge and Skill Requirement:

• National Diploma in Dental Health is required. Additional certification or training is an advantage

• Minimum of 1-year post College of Health Technology and progressive experience as a private and public sector assistant. Experience working with public health and health systems is an advantage.

Competencies:

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to perform basic dental procedures

• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills

• Communication – Actively listens and checks for understanding.

• Team Player

Salary range 

76,000 – 110,000