Dental Assistant

About this role

A dental assistant role at EHA Clinics in Lagos supports dentists and dental therapists with routine and emergency dental care, radiography, and patient preparation. The job targets individuals with relevant dental technician qualifications who are registered with the Dental Therapists Registration Board of Nigeria. The employer provides health coverage, performance bonuses, a 13th month pay, annual skills assessment, and annual leave as part of the benefits. The clinic aims to deliver world-class dental healthcare and preventative care across in-clinic and community settings.

What you would do

• Assist in managing dental and medical emergencies.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Record patient medical and dental histories, vital signs and treatment information.
• Provide post-treatment oral care instructions to patients.
• Participate in community health activities to promote wellbeing.
• Prepare patients and dental rooms for procedures.
• Fabricate temporary restorations and impressions from preliminary impressions.
• Assist the dentist and dental therapist during patient meetings.
• Perform aseptic procedures and infection control tasks (sterilising and disinfecting instruments).
• Set up for procedures, prepare materials, and maintain equipment and supplies.

What they are asking for

• Diploma in Dental Health Technician or Dental Surgery Technician.
• Must be registered and up to date with the Dental Therapists Registration Board of Nigeria.

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