Dental Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials. In Qatar, Dental Assistants do not have the privilege to perform any dental procedures on patients.

KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.

• Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.

• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests. Planning of appointment if required.

• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.

• Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.

• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining cpr certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.

• Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.

• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.

• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.

• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Adheres to Sidra's standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies.

• Adheres to and promotes Sidra's Values.

In view of the evolving needs and opportunities within Sidra, this position may be required to perform other duties as assigned and reporting relationships may vary.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS - SELECTION CRITERIA ESSENTIAL PREFERRED
Education

Diploma from an accredited dental assistant training program.
Experience 2+ years of experience in a similar role5+ years of experience in a similar role
Certification and Licensure

Dental Assistant Certification Meets licensing requirements of the State of Qatar.
Job Specific Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in stressful situations

• Work independently and be flexible

• Excellent communication abilities

• Active listening skills

• Judgment and decision-making skills

• Critical thinking ability

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

• Fluency in written and spoken English Fluency in Arabic is an added advantage