JOB TITLE: Dental Assistant
JOB LOCATION:Sangotedo Lagos
JOB DETAILS:
- Assist in the management of medical and dental emergencies Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) Collecting and recording patients medical and dental histories vital signs and treatment information
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures Participate in voluntary community health activities to promote maintain and restore health and prevent diseases
- Prepare patients and dental rooms for dental procedures Ensure patients feel comfortable before during and after dental treatment
- Fabricating temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
Engagement:
- Assist the dental therapist and the dentist during their meetings with patients Performing aseptic procedures and helping in infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments
- Setting up for all dental procedures preparing materials and assisting in all dental procedures Maintaining dental equipment and supply inventory
- Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures as directed by the dentist or dental therapist
- Perform follow-up calls with patients.
Delivery:
- Perform other tasks appropriate to the post which may be allocated from time to time after prior discussion
- Perform office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer (scheduling appointments answering the telephone and billing).
Targeted Specialized Knowledge:
- Diploma in Dental Health Technician or Dental Surgery Technician required
- Must be registered with the Dental Therapists Registration Board of Nigeria and registration must be up to date.
Key Skills and Attributes:
- Hold Computer literacy
- Excellent Communication and Customer Service
- Caring Compassionate Dedicated and Professional
- Working Under Pressure
- Humane Empathetic and Supportive Bedside Manner
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Problem solving and Initiative
- Time Management and Organization
- Attention to Detail.
Salary
N100000 monthly.
HOW TO APPLY
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