Dental Assistant (St Andrew's Migrant Worker Medical Centre)

St. Andrew's Nursing Home (Henderson); Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility seeking a Dental Assistant to support daily clinic operations. Responsibilities include triaging patients, assisting dentists, managing appointments, and ensuring infection control. Ideal candidates possess GCE ‘O’ Level, with good communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Opportunities for growth and learning in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience required.
• Team player willing to learn.
• Willing to wear Personal Protection Equipment for long hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily clinic operations, including triaging and dispensing medicines.
• Handle administrative duties like stock procurement and patient inquiries.
• Assist dentists during consultations and dental procedures.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Minimum GCE ‘O’ Level

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• To assist in the daily operation of the Clinic, inclusive of triaging, dispensing medicines and payment.
• Attend to all patients seeking treatments and making inquiries at the clinic promptly and courteously.
• To handle administrative duties, like stock procurement, accounting etc.
• To assist Dentists during consultation and dental procedures.
• Ensure the comfort of patient throughout the treatment, and give simple oral health instructions.
• Prepare materials, dental instruments, and equipment as required
• Perform general housekeeping to ensure cleanliness of treatment rooms
• Ensure a high standard of infection control.
• To sterilize instruments and prepare dental room.
• To set up appointments and follow up with patient’s enquiries over the phone
• To manage and handle dental appointments, data entry and records.
• To engage and manage volunteers to the clinic.
• To be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum GCE ‘O’ Level & above.
• Possess at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• A team player who is willing to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Willing to wear Personal Protection Equipment for long hours.
• Able to work in the evenings & weekends.

Work Location

St. Andrew's Migrant Worker Medical Center

27 Penjuru Walk, Singapore 609126