Dental Nurse / Dental Assistant

Description

Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and GDC-registered Dental Nurse (or certified Dental Assistant) to provide efficient clinical support, ensure patient comfort, and maintain strict cross-infection control standards. Highlights: 1. Provide efficient and calm clinical support to dentists 2. Ensure patient comfort and maintain strict infection control 3. Be a team player with excellent communication skills **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