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Dental Nurse / Dental Surgery Assistant
About this role
Beaconhill Smile Clinic Limited in Lagos is seeking an experienced dental professional to join as a Dental Nurse / Dental Surgery Assistant. The role focuses on chairside assistance, patient care, and supporting efficient dental procedures. The clinic offers preventative, orthodontic, restorative and cosmetic dental services for all ages using advanced technology. The position requires coordinating with dentists, preparing instruments and treatment rooms, and maintaining infection control and clinical records. The role is suited to someone with practical dental-clinic experience and a certificate or diploma in dental nursing or dental surgery assisting.
What you would do
- Assist dentists during examinations and dental procedures
- Prepare instruments, equipment, materials, and treatment rooms
- Maintain sterilisation and infection-control standards
- Support patient preparation, reassurance, and post-treatment instructions
- Maintain accurate clinical records and monitor dental supplies
What they are asking for
- Certificate or Diploma in Dental Nursing, Dental Surgery Assisting, or recognised oral-healthcare qualification
- 2 - 3 years of practical dental-clinic experience
- Recent hands-on chairside dental-assisting experience is mandatory
- Strong knowledge of dental instruments, materials, sterilisation, and infection control
- Excellent patient-care, communication, and teamwork skills
- Professional registration or certification where applicable
- Basic Life Support certification is an added advantage
- Willingness to work on Saturdays and Sundays, and extended hours when required
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