Dental Assistant

Valeria Doctors Inc.; Rizal; On-site; PHP 134,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental clinic in Nueva Ecija seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists during procedures and maintain sterilization protocols. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented, organized, and have good communication skills. Training will be provided, and a diploma in Dental Assisting is preferred, but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• With or without experience; training provided.
• A diploma or certification in Dental Assisting is a plus.
• Previous experience with CAD/CAM software is advantageous but not required.
• Basic knowledge of dental instruments, materials, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during various dental procedures.
• Clean and sterilize dental instruments.
• Greet and prepare patients before treatment.
• Anticipate the dentist’s needs to improve efficiency during procedures.
• Ensure proper patient positioning and comfort during treatments.
• Monitor and restock dental consumables and instruments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Detail-oriented

Digital dentistry tools

Inventory management

Patient communication

Education

Diploma in Dental Assisting or related field

Certification in Dental Technology

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Dental instruments

Job description

1. Chairside Assistance

• Assist the dentist during cosmetic, periodontal, and general dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms before procedures, ensuring all instruments and materials are ready.
• Hand instruments, suction devices, and materials to the dentist as needed.
• Anticipate the dentist’s needs to improve efficiency during procedures.
• Ensure proper patient positioning and comfort during treatments.

2. Sterilization & Infection Control

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments following strict protocols.
• Set up and maintain sterile work environments.
• Dispose of biohazard waste according to clinic and health regulations.

3. Patient Care & Education

• Greet and prepare patients before treatment.
• Explain post-procedure care and assist in answering patient concerns.
• Provide instructions on proper oral hygiene and prosthesis maintenance.

4. Inventory & Supplies Management

• Monitor and restock dental consumables and instruments.
• Report low stock levels to management to avoid supply shortages.

Education & Experience

• With or without experience (training will be provided).
• A diploma or certification in Dental Assisting, Dental Technology, or a related field is a plus.
• Previous experience in 3D printing, scanning, or CAD/CAM software is an advantage but not required.

Technical Skills

• Basic knowledge of dental instruments, materials, and procedures.
• Willingness to learn digital dentistry tools (3D scanning, printing, and CAD software).
• Ability to handle sterilization protocols and infection control.
• Strong organizational skills for handling inventory and patient records.

Soft Skills & Professional Qualities

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Strong ability to multitask and work efficiently under minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills for both patient interaction and lab coordination.
• Willing to learn and adapt to new dental technologies.