Dental Assistant (Office Hours / 5 days)

EnviroDynamics Solutions Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

EnviroDynamics Solutions Pte Ltd is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians in a busy central Singapore healthcare setting. You will assist dentists, prepare instruments and treatment spaces, and help with patient scheduling and records.

You will ensure infection control standards, patient care, and smooth clinical operations in a team-driven environment. Training and protocol adherence are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Min. NITEC / Higher NITEC in Dental Assisting or Healthcare Management or other related fields.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient-oriented, responsible and attentive to detail.
• Able to work well in a team and adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Willing to learn and adhere to infection control and patient safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during dental procedures and treatments, ensuring smooth clinical operations.
• Prepare dental instruments, equipment and materials before procedures.
• Perform sterilisation and disinfection of dental instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Prepare and maintain dental treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for patients.
• Assist with patient registration, appointment scheduling and maintenance of dental records.
• Provide chairside assistance, including suctioning and passing instruments during dental procedures.
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Monitor and replenish dental supplies and consumables.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, workplace safety and infection prevention protocols.
• Provide courteous patient care and assist with general administrative duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient focus

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

NITEC / Higher NITEC in Dental Assisting or Healthcare Management

Job description

Company Profile

One of Singapore's leading tertiary healthcare institutions, renowned for delivering comprehensive patient care, medical education, and clinical research. As a key member of Singapore's public healthcare system, the organisation works closely with healthcare professionals, researchers, and educational institutions to advance patient outcomes and healthcare innovation.

The hospital offers a wide spectrum of specialist medical and surgical services, supported by multidisciplinary teams and state-of-the-art medical technology. It is recognised for its commitment to clinical excellence, continuous learning, and evidence-based practice.

Work location: Central

Working hours: 5 days work week, office hours

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist dentists during dental procedures and treatments, ensuring smooth clinical operations.
• Prepare dental instruments, equipment and materials before procedures.
• Perform sterilisation and disinfection of dental instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Prepare and maintain dental treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for patients.
• Assist with patient registration, appointment scheduling and maintenance of dental records.
• Provide chairside assistance, including suctioning and passing instruments during dental procedures.
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Monitor and replenish dental supplies and consumables.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, workplace safety and infection prevention protocols.
• Provide courteous patient care and assist with general administrative duties as required.

Key Requirements:

• Min. NITEC / Higher NITEC in Dental Assisting or Healthcare Management or other related fields.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient-oriented, responsible and attentive to detail.
• Able to work well in a team and adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Willing to learn and adhere to infection control and patient safety protocols.