Dental Surgery Assistant/Dental Assistant* 1

National University Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare institution is seeking a dedicated Dental Surgery Assistant to support dental specialists in delivering high-quality care. This role involves providing four-handed chair-side assistance, ensuring that instruments and materials are prepared for each appointment, and maintaining strict infection control standards. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be a team player, and have a strong interest in the field of dentistry. Join this dynamic team and contribute to the compassionate delivery of dental services in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum NITEC Certification in Dental Assisting or equivalent is required.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side assistance to specialists in dental procedures.
• Ensure instruments are ready and maintain infection control standards.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Infection Control Standards Compliance

Education

NITEC Certification in Dental Assisting

Equivalent Qualification

Job description

Dental Surgery Assistant/Dental Assistant* 1

Job ID: 8199

Job Function: Ancillary

Institution: National University Health System

1. Job Purpose

The job-holder is responsible to assist the specialists in dental care delivery according to established hospital policies, procedures and standards of dental care and practices.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

2.1 Primary Responsibilities and Duties (80%)

1. Responsible for providing four-handed chair-side assistance to specialists in dental treatment and procedures for various disciplines.
2. Responsible for ensuring the instruments and materials are ready for each appointment, and ensure the proper maintenance of dental instruments.
3. Comply with Infection Control and maintains Infection Control Standards.
4. Comply with work safety regulations in handling of dental instruments and equipment.
5. Assist in cleaning, sterilising, sorting and packing of instruments in general sterilisation area.
6. Manage Inventory in assigned dental operatory and assist in stock ordering.
7. Assist with patient’s appointment.
8. Collaborate and co-operate with clinicians and other health-care providers in the smooth delivery of dental care and services.

2.2 Secondary Responsibilities and Duties (20%)

1. Participate in service quality activities.
2. Coach and guide the junior staff in dental assisting (For Dental Surgery Assistant role)
3. Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by Clinic Supervisor/ Clinic Manager.

3. Job Specification

1. Minimum NITEC Certification in Dental Assisting or Equivalent Qualification (For Dental Surgery Assistant role)
2. Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
3. A team player and is also able to work independently.
4. A hands-on person with eyes on details.
5. Display compassion and have a positive and caring attitude.
6. Have strong interest in dentistry field.