Dental Surgery Assistant

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Patient Care and Support -Preparation and Comfort: Prepare patients for dental procedures, ensuring they feel comfortable and at ease before surgery. -Education and Guidance: Provide pre- and post-operative instructions to patients, explaining the procedures, aftercare, and answering any immediate questions. -Patient Monitoring: Monitor patients' conditions during procedures, ensuring their safety and comfort. -Follow-Up: Assist in coordinating post-operative appointments and manage follow-up care as needed. 2. Clinical Assistance -Instrument Preparation and Sterilization: Sterilize and prepare dental instruments, ensuring they are ready for each procedure. -Chairside Assistance: Assist the dentist or oral surgeon during procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and providing necessary tools. -Maintaining Aseptic Conditions: Ensure that the treatment area remains sterile and complies with infection control standards throughout the procedure. -Preparation of Treatment Room: Set up and maintain the surgical area and equipment before, during, and after procedures. 3. Administrative Tasks -Appointment Scheduling: Manage patient bookings, reschedule appointments, and communicate any changes to patients. -Records Management: Accurately document patient information, procedures performed, and maintain patient records for reference and compliance. -Inventory Control: Monitor and order dental supplies, ensuring that the clinic remains stocked with necessary materials for surgeries. -Billing and Insurance Assistance: Coordinate with patients and insurance companies regarding billing and coverage for surgical procedures. 4. Technical Support -Radiography Assistance: Take and develop X-rays if qualified and certified to do so, ensuring accurate imaging to support treatment planning. -Equipment Handling: Operate, monitor, and maintain dental surgery equipment like autoclaves, suction machines, and dental chairs. -Assist with Digital Records: Input patient data into digital records systems and assist with digital tools that aid in surgery planning and documentation. 5. Compliance and Safety -Infection Control: Follow clinic policies on infection control, cleaning, and sterilization to maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff. -Health and Safety Protocols: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, using personal protective equipment (PPE) and implementing waste disposal protocols. -Compliance with Legal Standards: Stay updated with dental and healthcare regulations, ensuring the clinic operates within local and national standards. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 1. 1-2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant, preferably in a surgery or clinical setting; 2. Chairside Assistance Experience: Experience assisting with a variety of dental procedures, especially surgeries, is highly desirable.