Job Description

Assisting the Dentist throughout all dental procedures and maintain the dental surgery equipment's and materials



Assist the dentist during a variety of dental procedures Take and develop dental radio graphs Ask about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse and complete dental OPD
assessment as per the NMC assessment policy.


Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after treatment Provide instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations Provide patients with instructions of oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures Ensure operation of dental equipment by competing preventive maintenance requirements; following
manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling repairs; maintain equipment inventories;


evaluating new equipment and techniques.


Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health. Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping confidential information. Provide material by selecting, mixing and placing materials on instruments. Help dentist manage medical and dental emergencies.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional


publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Contribute to team


effort by accomplishing related results as needed.


Manage patient records, updating information and ensuring confidentiality and data protection. Schedule patient appointments and follow up phone calls. Monitor inventory of dental supplies and restock as needed. Provide emotional support and clear communication to patients and families when required and following
the instruction of the healthcare professional.


Adhere to all safety, health, and infection control procedures. Speak up, if something isn't right. Maintain awareness of and comply with, the NMC Policies and Procedures

Education and Certification


Diploma in Nursing/ Bachelor's degree as a dental technology with regulatory license (MOH)
Essential: the post holder must


Have an appropriate license to work as dental assistant in the relevant regulatory health authority with all
the qualification and experience these mandates.


Manage their own professional re-licensure. Hold a valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider card. Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written)
DESIRABLE: The post holder should have:


Evidenced ability to work as part of an inter-professional team Organizational and administrative skills with which to use the electronic medical record platform for clinical
documentation


Be able to communicate effectively in Arabic
Knowledge and Skills


Knowledge of basic clinical procedures and healthcare practices. Ability to use dental chair, dental equipment's and understand safety protocols.
Strong communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare staff. Organizational skills for managing records and scheduling appointments. Attention to detail and the ability to follow clinical instructions accurately. Basic IT skills for handling medical software and patient databases. Physical stamina for assisting with patient care and clinical tasks. Experience 1 year experience in relevant role of healthcare experience in UAE will be an advantage