Dental Assistant

About the Role

EHA Clinics is a world-class primary healthcare service provider dedicated to bridging the gap between patients and innovative medical solutions in Nigeria. We are currently looking for a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our state-of-the-art facility in Sangotedo, Lagos. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing exceptional oral healthcare, ensuring patient comfort, and supporting our dental professionals in delivering top-tier clinical services.

• Prepare patients and dental treatment rooms, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable environment before, during, and after procedures.
• Assist dentists and dental therapists chairside during various dental procedures, managing instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays) accurately while adhering to safety protocols.
• Collect and record comprehensive patient medical and dental histories, vital signs, and treatment notes.
• Perform infection control and aseptic procedures by properly sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and workspaces.
• Provide post-operative oral care instructions and conduct patient follow-up calls to monitor recovery.
• Handle front-desk and office management duties, including scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and managing billing using a computer.
• Participate in community health outreach programs focused on preventive dental care and oral hygiene education.

• Must possess a Diploma in Dental Health Technician or Dental Surgery Technician.
• Valid and up-to-date registration with the Dental Therapists Registration Board of Nigeria.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate approach to patient care.
• Proficiency in basic office software and computer management tasks.

• Comprehensive health coverage benefits
• Performance-based bonuses
• 13th-month salary package
• Annual skills assessment and professional development opportunities
• Generous annual leave policy

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