Senior Dental Aide: Lead Chairside, Sterilization & Lab

KPJ Tawakkal Health Centre; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Tawakkal Health Centre in Malaysia is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in clinical procedures and ensure patient comfort and safety. The role covers chairside assistance, materials handling, sterilization, records management, and coordination with departments.

The successful candidate will have at least 1 year in a dental setting, SPM or equivalent, and prefer 2–3 years hospital or clinical experience. Training in KCIS system and infection control is included.

Qualifications

• SPM or equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year in a similar dental support role.
• 2–3 years of experience in a hospital, clinic, or dental practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist patients for dental procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Assist dentist during restorative and surgical procedures, including chairside tasks.
• Prepare and manage dental materials, instruments, and sterilization.
• Supervise Dental Aides and uphold infection control practices.
• Implement infection prevention and decontamination protocols.
• Coordinate lab tasks like making trays and bite splints.
• Maintain dental records, treatment plans, and patient documentation.
• Provide pre- and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Coordinate X-ray requests via KCIS system and prepare reports.
• Monitor and replenish materials and equipment stock.
• Liaise with Biomedical Engineering, Procurement, and vendors for maintenance.
• Promote good relationships with patients and staff; participate in marketing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Infection control

Chairside assistance

Sterilization practices

Patient communication

Education

SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) or equivalent

Tools

KCIS system

Dental equipment handling

Job description

KPJ Tawakkal Health Centre in Malaysia is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in clinical procedures and ensure patient comfort and safety. The role covers chairside assistance, materials handling, sterilization, records management, and coordination with departments.

The successful candidate will have at least 1 year in a dental setting, SPM or equivalent, and prefer 2–3 years hospital or clinical experience. Training in KCIS system and infection control is included.