SENIOR DENTAL AIDE, DENTAL

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital is seeking a Senior Dental Aide to support the Head of Dental in supervising daily operations and ensuring high-quality dental services.

The role involves assisting dentists during procedures, maintaining infection control standards, managing supplies, supervising junior staff, and coordinating with vendors for equipment maintenance to ensure patient safety and optimal care.

Qualifications

• SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar clinical setting.
• Preferred 2-3 years in a hospital or clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist patients for dental procedures per protocols.
• Assist dentist during restorative and surgical procedures at chairside.
• Manage dental materials, instruments, and sterilization.
• Supervise Dental Aides and ensure infection control.
• Maintain dental records and treatment plans with confidentiality.
• Provide pre- and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Coordinate with Biomedical Engineering and vendors for equipment maintenance.
• Promote good interpersonal relationships and support departmental marketing.

Skills

Infection control

Chairside assistance

Patient care

Team leadership

Documentation

Education

SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) or equivalent

Tools

KCIS system

Dental instruments handling

Job description

The Senior Dental Aide supports the Head, Dental in supervising daily operations and ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality dental services. The role involves overseeing clinical activities, assisting in procedures, maintaining infection control standards, managing supplies, and mentoring junior staff to achieve optimal patient care and departmental performance.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist patients for dental procedures, ensuring comfort, safety, and readiness for treatment according to standard protocols.

• Support and assist the dentist or specialist during restorative and surgical procedures, including chairside assistance, suctioning, and instrument handling.

• Prepare and manage dental materials, instruments, and equipment before and after each treatment, ensuring availability and proper sterilization.

• Supervise and guide Dental Aides in clinical duties, maintaining discipline, work quality, and adherence to infection control practices.

• Implement and monitor infection prevention and decontamination protocols, maintaining a clean and safe environment within the dental surgery.

• Perform and coordinate laboratory-related tasks such as making special trays, bite splints, and assisting in dental lab work when required.

• Manage and maintain dental records, treatment plans, insurance reports, and patient documentation in line with confidentiality and data protection policies.

• Provide and communicate pre- and post-operative instructions to patients, ensuring understanding and adherence to treatment plans.

• Assist and support dental consultants in ordering diagnostic tests such as X-rays through the KCIS system and preparing relevant reports.

• Monitor and replenish dental materials, consumables, and assets, ensuring proper stock levels and timely procurement.

• Liaise and coordinate with Biomedical Engineering, Procurement, and vendors for equipment maintenance, calibration, and servicing.

• Promote and maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, colleagues, and stakeholders to ensure a positive working environment.

• Contribute and participate in departmental marketing efforts to attract new patients while maintaining excellent service for existing clients.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by immediate superior or hospital management

Qualification Education

Minimum Requirement

• SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) or equivalent.

Experience

Minimum Requirement

• 1 year of experience in a similar work environment.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a similar work environment, hospital, or clinical practice