Dental Assistant at EHA Clinics

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 patient’s 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
N100,000 monthly.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the ongoing EHA Clinics job opening, visit the job APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application!