Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

📍 Dental Essence – Private Dental Practice, Singapore

⚠️ Important Notice
For Work Permit candidates, only applicants who are currently residing in Singapore, or who will be residing in Singapore, will be considered.

Applicants must also meet the necessary eligibility requirements to work in Singapore.

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Start Your Career in Healthcare With Us

Dental Essence is a refined private dental practice committed to clinical excellence, patient comfort, and high standards of professional care.

We are looking for motivated individuals who are interested in learning new skills and building a career in healthcare to join our team as a Dental Assistant.

This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working with people, are eager to learn, and want to develop practical professional skills in a supportive clinical environment.

Even if you are new to dentistry, we welcome candidates who are responsible, hardworking, and willing to learn. You will receive guidance and mentorship from experienced dentists and senior team members while working in a safe, respectful, and team-oriented workplace.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant working experience.

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What You Will Learn

As a Dental Assistant, you will gain valuable experience in:

• Chairside dental assisting
• Clinical preparation and infection control protocols
• Handling dental instruments and materials
• Patient care and communication
• Dental clinic operations and administration

These skills are widely used in professional dental clinics and provide a strong foundation for those interested in healthcare careers.

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Job Scope and Duties

As a Dental Assistant, your duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Clinical Support

• Assisting dentists during dental procedures
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment
• Ensuring proper infection control, sterilization, and clinical protocols are followed
• Handling dental instruments and materials safely and responsibly

Patient Care

• Attending to patients professionally, courteously, and respectfully
• Assisting patients before and after treatment
• Providing basic post-treatment instructions as directed by dentists
• Ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout their visit

Administrative Duties

• Scheduling and coordinating patient appointments
• Assisting with patient registration, records, and documentation
• Supporting billing, payments, and clinic administrative tasks when required

Housekeeping and Clinic Maintenance

• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of treatment rooms, workstations, and common areas
• Cleaning and disinfecting dental chairs, counters, instruments, and equipment after each use
• Ensuring the clinic remains clean, safe, and presentable throughout operating hours
• Assisting with stock organization, replenishment, and proper storage

Professional Conduct and General Duties

• Demonstrating professionalism towards patients, colleagues, dentists, and management at all times
• Opening and closing the clinic according to operational protocols when assigned
• Performing duties assigned by the Clinic Manager

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Working Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 6:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am – 2:00pm
Sunday: Permanent Rest Day

You will work 5.5 days per week.

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Who We Are Looking For

We welcome candidates who are:

• Interested in learning new skills in healthcare
• Responsible, organized, and detail-oriented
• Friendly, respectful, and patient-focused
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Motivated to build a long-term professional skillset

Prior dental experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
Training will be provided for candidates who demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Individuals looking to learn a new skill are welcome to apply.

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Why Join Dental Essence

✔ Supportive and respectful team environment
✔ Hands-on training with experienced dentists
✔ Opportunity to develop valuable clinical and healthcare skills
✔ Exposure to professional dental practice standards
✔ A workplace that values teamwork, professionalism, and personal growth

Many team members begin with little or no dental experience and grow into confident and skilled dental professionals through training and mentorship.

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Apply Now

If you are someone who enjoys learning, working with people, and building meaningful professional skills, we would be happy to hear from you.

Join us and start your journey in the dental healthcare profession.