dental nurse / dental assistant

dental nurse dental assistant

MyAqua Dental Qatar

Job Description: Dental Nurse / Dental AssistantJob Title: Dental Nurse (or Dental Assistant) Reports to: Lead Dentist / Practice Manager Job Type: Full-time / Part-timeRole SummaryWe 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<ul><li>Prepare the surgery, instruments, and materials for all clinical procedures (e.g., restorations, extractions, endodontics, cosmetic treatments).</li><li>Pass instruments and retract/monitor during procedures using an &quot;around-the-clock&quot; safe zone technique.</li><li>Mix dental materials (impressions, cements, composites) as required.</li><li>Monitor patient vital signs and provide reassurance to anxious patients (including children and special needs patients).</li></ul>2. Infection Control &amp; Health &amp; Safety<ul><li>Strictly adhere to HTM 01-05 (or local equivalent) decontamination protocols.</li><li>Clean, sterilize, and store all reusable dental instruments using ultrasonic baths, autoclaves, and vacuum sealers.</li><li>Dispose of clinical and sharps waste correctly.</li><li>Perform daily and weekly checks on emergency equipment (oxygen, suction, defibrillator) and autoclaves.</li></ul>3. Patient Care &amp; Communication<ul><li>Greet patients, update medical histories, and obtain signed consent forms.</li><li>Explain post-operative instructions clearly (e.g., after extractions, root canal treatments).</li><li>Take and process radiographs (DPTs, PAs, BW) if qualified and under prescription.</li><li>Manage medical emergencies effectively (including CPR/AED use).</li></ul>4. Administrative Duties<ul><li>Maintain accurate contemporaneous clinical notes.</li><li>Monitor stock levels and alert the practice manager when ordering consumables.</li><li>Assist with lab work: send/receive cases, check models for quality.</li><li>Support reception with phone calls or appointment booking during downtime.</li></ul>Person SpecificationEssential Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>UK: Registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) as a Dental Nurse. National Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN or equivalent).</li><li>US/Other: High school diploma and completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program; radiology certification and CPR/BLS.</li><li>Minimum [X] years of post-qualification experience.</li><li>Valid [Radiology / CPR / Sedation monitoring] certificate if required.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Strong four-handed dentistry skills.</li><li>Working knowledge of [SOE / Exact / Dentrix / Dentally] practice management software.</li><li>Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.</li><li>Fluent in verbal and written [English] &ndash; additional languages a plus.</li></ul>Personal Attributes<ul><li>Calm under pressure and able to handle anxious patients.</li><li>Proactive with a &quot;can-do&quot; attitude.</li><li>Reliable, punctual, and professional appearance.</li></ul>Pay: QAR69,000.00 - QAR98,000.00 per yearWork Location: In person

Dental Nurse / Dental Assistant

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Dental Nurse / Dental Assistant