Dental Assistant

International Health Centre The Hague; Den Haag; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Job summary

International Health Centre The Hague (IHCH) is seeking an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our dental clinic team. You will assist chairside, handle sterilisation, and operate clinic equipment while delivering patient-friendly care in a fast-paced, international environment.

Regular hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00 with uniforms provided. Prior general practice experience and English proficiency are essential; Dutch is an asset.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting qualification/certificate or working towards certification.
• Experience in a general dental practice environment.
• Knowledge of dental clinic protocols and guidelines.
• Excellent English communication skills; Dutch is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Efficient set-up/clean-up of treatment rooms and organize instruments.
• Oversee sterilisation area and restock rooms.
• Maintain safe and sanitary work environment per protocols.
• Accurate recording of treatment information into patient files.
• Take impressions and coordinate with laboratories.
• Provide postoperative patient instructions as directed by dentist.
• Take/develop bitewing/panoramic x-rays and maintain x-ray equipment.

Skills

Dental assisting

Chairside duties

Sterilisation

X-ray certification

English proficiency

Teamwork

Cultural awareness

Independence

Education

Dental assisting qualification/certificate

Working towards certification

Tools

Exquise Next Generation

Job description

Job Vacancy: Dental Assistant Department: Dental Clinic Type: Full-time (minimum of 32 hours)

IHCH (International Health Care Centre) is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated dental assistant. In this role you will need to be proficient in chair side general assisting duties, sterilisation techniques and the operation of clinic equipment. Successful applicants will be competent and professional with a flexible attitude to working within a large team.

Regular clinic hours are Monday to Friday – 08:00 to 17:00. Uniforms provided.

Key Responsibilities :

• Efficient set-up/clean-up of treatment rooms and constant organisation of instruments
• Responsible for the smooth running of the sterilisation area and restocking of rooms
• Maintain safe and sanitary working environment by complying with protocols
• Accurate recording and charting of treatment information into patient files
• Taking of impressions and coordinating with laboratories
• Providing postoperative patient instructions as directed by the dentist
• Taking/developing bitewing/panoramic x-rays and maintaining dental x-ray equipment

Requirements :

• Dental Assisting qualification/certificate (or working towards certification)
• Experience within a general dental practice environment
• Knowledge of dental clinic protocols and adhering to guidelines
• Strong cultural respect in an international environment
• Must be able to work independently and quickly within a fast-paced team
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for improvements
• Ability to embrace a flexible working schedule and provide cover when needed
• Maintain a high standard of patient friendly focused care
• Consistent and professional appearance along with a caring attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Knowledge of Dutch and other languages is an asset
• Experienced in using office equipment for a variety of tasks
• Experience working within an international environment. Certified in extended duties. Knowledge of implantology, periodontal surgery and orthodontic assistant duties. X-ray certification. Knowledge of Exquise Next Generation is a plus.

About Us:

The International Health Care Centre The Hague (IHCH) is a dynamic medical centre that offers primary, paramedical, pharmaceutical, dental, and medical specialist care—all under one roof. Our services are tailored to meet the specific needs of a diverse patient community, including expatriates, internationals, and Dutch citizens in The Hague and surrounding areas.

With a large team of approximately 135 staff members from 35 nationalities, IHCH boasts a unique international character, with English and other languages spoken across the GP, Polyclinic, Prevention, Patient Relations, Pharmacy, and Dentistry departments.

We encourage applicants already residing in the Netherlands with the correct diplomas and experience to apply for this role (Please be informed that we are not able to arrange a working visa for the employees). We will be conducting interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

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