Dental Nurse / Dental Assistant

Job Description: Dental Nurse / Dental Assistant

Job Title: Dental Nurse (or Dental Assistant)
Reports to: Lead Dentist / Practice Manager
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time

Role Summary

We are looking for a dedicated, GDC-registered Dental Nurse (or certified Dental Assistant) to provide efficient and calm clinical support to our dentists, ensure patient comfort, and maintain strict cross-infection control standards. The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities1. Clinical Chairside Support

• Prepare the surgery, instruments, and materials for all clinical procedures (e.g., restorations, extractions, endodontics, cosmetic treatments).
• Pass instruments and retract/monitor during procedures using an "around-the-clock" safe zone technique.
• Mix dental materials (impressions, cements, composites) as required.
• Monitor patient vital signs and provide reassurance to anxious patients (including children and special needs patients).

2. Infection Control & Health & Safety

• Strictly adhere to HTM 01-05 (or local equivalent) decontamination protocols.
• Clean, sterilize, and store all reusable dental instruments using ultrasonic baths, autoclaves, and vacuum sealers.
• Dispose of clinical and sharps waste correctly.
• Perform daily and weekly checks on emergency equipment (oxygen, suction, defibrillator) and autoclaves.

3. Patient Care & Communication

• Greet patients, update medical histories, and obtain signed consent forms.
• Explain post-operative instructions clearly (e.g., after extractions, root canal treatments).
• Take and process radiographs (DPTs, PAs, BW) if qualified and under prescription.
• Manage medical emergencies effectively (including CPR/AED use).

4. Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate contemporaneous clinical notes.
• Monitor stock levels and alert the practice manager when ordering consumables.
• Assist with lab work: send/receive cases, check models for quality.
• Support reception with phone calls or appointment booking during downtime.

Person SpecificationEssential Qualifications & Experience

• UK: Registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) as a Dental Nurse. National Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN or equivalent).
• US/Other: High school diploma and completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program; radiology certification and CPR/BLS.
• Minimum [X] years of post-qualification experience.
• Valid [Radiology / CPR / Sedation monitoring] certificate if required.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong four-handed dentistry skills.
• Working knowledge of [SOE / Exact / Dentrix / Dentally] practice management software.
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Fluent in verbal and written [English] – additional languages a plus.

Personal Attributes

• Calm under pressure and able to handle anxious patients.
• Proactive with a "can-do" attitude.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional appearance.

Pay: QAR69,000.00 - QAR98,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person