Dental Surgeon Assistant

Tech Harvest Capital; Nilai; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Harvest Capital is seeking a Dental Assistant to prepare patients for procedures, monitor comfort, and provide chairside support in a clinical setting.

You will sterilize instruments, assist with surgeries, manage records and schedules, handle inventory, and aid with radiography when qualified. The role emphasizes infection control, safety, and accurate documentation across administrative and clinical tasks.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant, preferably in a surgery or clinical setting.
• Chairside Assistance Experience: Experience assisting with a variety of dental procedures, especially surgeries, is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental procedures, ensuring comfort before surgery.
• Sterilize and prepare dental instruments, ensuring readiness for each procedure.
• Assist dentist during procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and providing tools.
• Maintain sterile treatment area and comply with infection control standards.
• Set up and maintain the surgical area and equipment before, during, and after procedures.
• Manage patient bookings, reschedule appointments, and communicate changes to patients.
• Accurately document patient information and maintain records for reference and compliance.
• Monitor and order dental supplies to keep the clinic stocked for surgeries.
• Take and develop X-rays if qualified and certified, ensuring accurate imaging for treatment planning.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain dental surgery equipment like autoclaves, suction machines, and dental chairs.
• Input patient data into digital records systems and assist with digital tools for surgery planning and documentation.
• Follow infection control, PPE usage, and waste disposal protocols; stay compliant with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Chairside Assistance

Infection Control

Radiography Assistance

Equipment Handling

Tools

Autoclaves

Suction machines

Dental chairs

X-ray equipment

Job description

Preparation and Comfort: Prepare patients for dental procedures, ensuring they feel comfortable and at ease before surgery.

Education and Guidance: Provide pre- and post-operative instructions to patients, explaining the procedures, aftercare, and answering any immediate questions.

Patient Monitoring: Monitor patients' conditions during procedures, ensuring their safety and comfort.

Follow-Up: Assist in coordinating post-operative appointments and manage follow-up care as needed.

2. Clinical Assistance

Instrument Preparation and Sterilization: Sterilize and prepare dental instruments, ensuring they are ready for each procedure.

Chairside Assistance: Assist the dentist or oral surgeon during procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and providing necessary tools.

Maintaining Aseptic Conditions: Ensure that the treatment area remains sterile and complies with infection control standards throughout the procedure.

Preparation of Treatment Room: Set up and maintain the surgical area and equipment before, during, and after procedures.

3. Administrative Tasks

Appointment Scheduling: Manage patient bookings, reschedule appointments, and communicate any changes to patients.

Records Management: Accurately document patient information, procedures performed, and maintain patient records for reference and compliance.

Inventory Control: Monitor and order dental supplies, ensuring that the clinic remains stocked with necessary materials for surgeries.

Billing and Insurance Assistance: Coordinate with patients and insurance companies regarding billing and coverage for surgical procedures.

4. Technical Support

Radiography Assistance: Take and develop X-rays if qualified and certified to do so, ensuring accurate imaging to support treatment planning.

Equipment Handling: Operate, monitor, and maintain dental surgery equipment like autoclaves, suction machines, and dental chairs.

Assist with Digital Records: Input patient data into digital records systems and assist with digital tools that aid in surgery planning and documentation.

5. Compliance and Safety

Infection Control: Follow clinic policies on infection control, cleaning, and sterilization to maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff.

Health and Safety Protocols: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, using personal protective equipment (PPE) and implementing waste disposal protocols.

Compliance with Legal Standards: Stay updated with dental and healthcare regulations, ensuring the clinic operates within local and national standards.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

1-2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant, preferably in a surgery or clinical setting;

Chairside Assistance Experience: Experience assisting with a variety of dental procedures, especially surgeries, is highly desirable.