Dental Assistant Professional

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Intercare Full time

About Us

At Intercare, we're dedicated to delivering value-based healthcare to our patients. Our purpose is to make people feel better, and our values of People-centred, Integrity, Inclusivity, Excellence, and Innovation guide everything we do.

Job Summary

We're seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team at Intercare Linden Medical and Dental Centre in Randburg, Johannesburg. As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our dental professionals in performing general and specialist dentistry procedures, as well as facilitating the patient administration process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work within the scope of practice and knowledge base to maintain competency level.
  • Take personal accountability for decisions made and actions taken in the course of care delivery.
  • Ensure the dental room is hygienically acceptable and that sterilization and infection control protocols are adhered to.
  • Assist dentists in all clinical procedures according to branch protocol.
  • Coordinate laboratory work, including completion of lab slips, collection, returning, and casting.
  • Control availability of consumables and equipment in the dental room and monitor economical usage.
  • Engage and address concerns brought to your attention to provide safe dental practices.
  • Ensure documentation is in accordance with policy and within the legal framework.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality, dignity, and safety at all times.
  • Ensure disposal of medical waste, human tissue, and medicine is in accordance with legislation.
  • Ensure the efficient functioning of equipment and report any equipment failure that could pose a risk to patients or staff.

Requirements

  • Grade 12
  • Completion of an approved training course in dental assisting or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Previous experience in a customer-focused service environment will be advantageous.
  • Computer proficiency (MS Office).
  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of general dentistry as applied to assisting a dentist in the treatment and care of patients.
  • Advanced knowledge of dental terminology.
  • Basic understanding of the functioning of a dental healthcare environment.
  • Good knowledge and application of infection control principles and sterilization techniques.
  • Knowledge of treatment codes used in dentistry for quotations of advanced dentistry treatment procedures.
  • Specialised dental procedures.
  • GoodX experience will be advantageous.
  • Registered with HPCSA as a Registered Dental Assistant.

What We Offer

If your personal purpose aligns with our purpose and your values fit in with our value system, we encourage you to apply. We welcome diversity of thought and people to build and add to our culture.



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