DENTAL ASSISTANT

To provide effective clinical and administrative support to the Dental Officer in delivering safe, efficient and quality dental care to patients, while ensuring the cleanliness, readiness and smooth operation of the dental clinic.

1. Clinical Assistance

• Assist the Dental Officer during dental examinations, consultations and treatment procedures.
• Prepare dental instruments, materials and equipment required for each treatment.
• Assist during procedures by providing the required instruments and materials to the Dental Officer.
• Prepare and ensure the dental treatment room is ready before and after each patient.
• Assist patients before, during and after treatment as required.

2. Infection Control & Sterilisation

• Clean, disinfect and sterilise dental instruments according to the clinic's SOP and infection control procedures.
• Ensure proper handling, storage and disposal of clinical and dental waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the treatment rooms, equipment and working areas.
• Ensure infection control practices are consistently followed.

3. Equipment & Stock Management

• Check and prepare dental equipment before treatment.
• Report any malfunction or damage of equipment to the PIC immediately.
• Monitor dental materials and consumable stock levels.
• Assist with stock arrangement and inform the PIC when supplies are low or require replenishment.
• Ensure dental instruments and materials are properly stored and organised.

4. Patient Care

• Assist in welcoming and preparing patients for treatment.
• Provide basic instructions to patients as directed by the Dental Officer.
• Handle patients in a polite, professional and caring manner.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Assist in managing patient flow to ensure smooth clinic operations.

5. Documentation & Administrative Support

• Assist with updating and maintaining patient records accurately.
• Ensure required treatment forms and documentation are properly completed.
• Assist with appointment coordination and patient follow-up when required.
• Support the clinic's administrative activities related to dental operations.

6. Teamwork & Clinic Operations

• Work closely with Dental Officers, Receptionists and other clinic staff.
• Communicate effectively with team members regarding patient treatment and clinic requirements.
• Participate in meetings, training and activities organised by the management.
• Comply with all clinic policies, SOPs, safety requirements and instructions from management.
• Perform any other duties related to the operation of the Dental Clinic as assigned by the management.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Diploma
• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant is an advantage.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively in a team.
• Responsible, punctual, disciplined and detail-oriented.
• Friendly and able to communicate well with patients.
• Willing to work according to the clinic's operating hours and shift schedule.

Pay: RM1,700.00 - RM2,200.00 per month

Benefits:

• Maternity leave
• Professional development

Work Location: In person