Dental Surgery Assistant

Job Description ( total positions: 1, posted on: Dec 27, 2025 )

A Dental Surgery Assistant at Riphah International University plays a vital role in supporting dental surgeons during various surgical procedures. This position requires meticulous preparation of the surgical environment, ensuring all tools and instruments are sterilized and ready for use. The assistant welcomes patients, explains treatment processes clearly and compassionately, and actively assists the dentist by passing instruments and materials efficiently during surgeries. Attention to detail, adherence to infection control protocols, and the ability to prepare and mix dental materials accurately are crucial components of this role. The assistant also monitors patient comfort, promptly communicating any concerns to the dental surgeon, and maintains thorough records of all procedures and interactions. This role demands at least one year of relevant experience, combined with strong skills in sterilization techniques, patient care, and infection control. The assistant does not manage a team but contributes significantly to maintaining a smooth and safe workflow within the dental surgery unit. By supporting inventory management and participating in continuous training, the Dental Surgery Assistant helps uphold high standards of clinical practice and patient safety at Riphah International University.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the dental chair and surgical area according to the specific needs of each procedure, ensuring a safe and organized environment.
• Welcome patients with compassion, clearly explaining treatment steps to help reduce anxiety and ensure patient understanding.
• Assist the dentist by promptly passing instruments, materials, and supplies during surgeries and treatments to promote efficiency.
• Accurately mix and prepare dental materials such as cements, fillings, and impression materials for use in various procedures.
• Enforce strict sterilization and infection control protocols to maintain contamination-free tools, instruments, and surgical spaces.
• Handle dental instruments carefully, ensuring all equipment is functional, clean, and readily accessible to avoid procedural delays.
• Monitor and observe patient condition and comfort throughout procedures, reporting any unusual symptoms or concerns immediately to the dentist.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of surgical procedures, materials used, and patient interactions following clinic and regulatory standards.
• Support inventory management by tracking supplies and notifying the team when dental instruments and materials need to be reordered.
• Follow all health and safety guidelines diligently and engage in ongoing training to stay updated on the latest practices in dental assisting and infection control.
  
  

Required Skills

Sterilization techniques, Patient Care, Infection Control,

Industry

Education/Training

Job Type

Full Time/Permanent

Gender

No Preference

Minimum Experience

1 Year