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Permanent - Dental Assistant - Johannesburg - South Africa

Job Number: 79189


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79189
Permanent
Dental Assistant
MS Outlook
Health Professionals
Johannesburg
Gauteng

We are seeking a highly experienced and professional Surgical Dental Assistant / Dental Nurse to join our dynamic dental practice. The successful candidate will play a key role in assisting with surgical dental procedures, maintaining clinical standards, managing stock control, and supporting efficient day-to-day operations within the practice.

This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills, surgical experience, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment. The successful candidate should be available to start as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the dentist with surgical and advanced dental procedures
  • Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment according to clinical protocols
  • Ensure strict adherence to infection control and sterilization standards
  • Prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide post-operative care instructions
  • Monitor patient comfort and safety during procedures
  • Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
  • Manage stock control, inventory tracking, and ordering of dental supplies
  • Ensure treatment rooms are fully equipped and prepared for procedures
  • Operate and maintain dental equipment
  • Perform administrative tasks when required
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant clinical environment

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Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a surgical dental assistant or dental nursing role
  • Experience assisting with oral surgery and advanced dental procedures (preferred)
  • HPCSA registration (preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of sterilization and infection control protocols
  • Experience in stock control and ordering of dental supplies
  • Computer literate (practice management software, email, MS Office)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Professional, reliable, and able to work under pressure
  • Own reliable transport
  • Physically and mentally fit to perform clinical duties

 

Personal Attributes

  • Strong attention to detail
  • High level of professionalism and confidentiality
  • Compassionate and patient-focused approach
  • Team player with a positive attitude
  • Strong organizational skills

 

Dental Assisting. HPCSA registration is mandatory.
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