Job Title:  Dental Assistant

Job Summary

• Assist Dentist in the delivry of primary dental care services by providing chairside assistance, preparing patients and treatment areas, and maintaining dental equiptment and instruments. 
• Responsible for ensuring the sterilisation and readiness of dental supplies and supporting patients with oral health and post-treatment care instructions. 

Principles Duties and Responsibilities

• Organise and prepare treatment areas to maintain a clean and efficient operating field.
• Prepare trays, instruments, and materials required for dental procedures.
• Assist Dentists during dental procedures by passing instruments and materials as needed.
• Support the provision of primary dental care services under the direction of the Dentists.
• Perform dental radiographic procedures, including intraoral radiographs and Orthopantomogram (OPG) imaging, in accordance with approved clinical protocols and radiation safety requirements.
• Sterilise and disinfect instruments, equipment, and clinical areas in accordance with infection control protocols.
• Provide patients with instructions on post-operative care and general oral health practices.

Professional Requirements

A minimum of three (3) years of working experience in relevant healthcare settings is preferred.

Educational Requirements

• A minimum of Ntec in Dental Assisting or equivalent from any related field from an institute recognised by the Government of His Majesty is preferred
• Candidates who have equivalent qualification through education and/or experience may be considered for the assignment to this position.

Specialised Skills/Knowledge/Attribute Requirement

• Previously experience in dental assisting.
• Proficiency in dental assisting terminology, procedures, and chairside support techniques.
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable of and adherence to infection prevention and control measures, including sterilisation procedures and established clinical protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, dentists, and members of the dental team.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Closing Date

19th October 2026