Dental Nurses

Ajman University; Ajman; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Ajman is seeking a Dental Nurse to oversee patient care and assist dental students in clinical procedures. The ideal candidate must have a degree in Nursing and a minimum of two years of related experience, along with a MOH License. The role includes maintaining hygiene standards and supporting students during dental treatments.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a related role.
• Must hold a valid MOH License.
• Ability to handle blood or blood-borne pathogens.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day patient care activities.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments used in the clinic.
• Assists dental students during treatments.
• Maintains hygiene and safety measures in clinics.

Skills

Teamwork

Setting up dental procedures

Dental supplies management

Equipment troubleshooting

Knowledge of safety procedures

Knowledge of sterile procedures

Education

Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Dental Nurse Jobs in Ajman, UAE

Job Description

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: The Dental Nurse oversees and coordinates the day-to-day patient care activities of a specified clinical practice, ensuring adherence to established clinical policies, protocols, regulations, and standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans and sterilizes instruments used in the clinic.
• Assists dental students in the clinics.
• Assists in preparing the patient for treatment by students and assist during the treatment as needed.
• Evaluates the students’ performance and liability in the clinics.
• Demonstrates minor oral surgery procedures (e.g. Impacted Teeth).
• Upgrades the core knowledge of the dental students.
• Helps dental students in their researches and seminars.
• Assists in the consultation and dental check-ups for patients.
• Performs routine inspection for cross-infection control.
• Invigilates during mid-term and final exams.
• Assists the dental technicians in their laboratory tasks.
• Maintains hygiene, health and safety measures in the dental clinics.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or any related field from an accredited institution.
• Two years of experience that is directly related to the duties specified.
• MOH License.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to work as a team member within a clinical environment.
• Ability to set up and prepare dental nursing procedures in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of dental supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Knowledge of governmental/institutional regulations and guidelines for the provision of dental outpatient nursing services.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of dental equipment in accordance with prescribed procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of radiation safety procedures, standards, and protocols.
• Knowledge of sterile procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in an interior medical/clinical environment.
• Moderate physical activity.
• Requires handling of average-weight objects.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens.

SUPERVISION:

• Reports to: Manager of CCEE/Clinics, Head of Department.