Dental Surgery Assistant (Dental Nurse) at Zoom 36 Dental Clinic
Confidential
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Dental Surgery Assistant (Dental Nurse)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional to join our dental clinic team as a Dental Surgery Assistant. In this role, you will provide essential support to our dentist and ensure smooth, efficient operations across all clinical and administrative functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide chair-side assistance during examinations and dental procedures, including passing instruments, suctioning, and mixing dental materials
- Set up treatment rooms before appointments and ensure all necessary equipment and materials are ready
- Clean and disinfect operatory areas after procedures according to OSHA regulations
- Follow strict infection control protocols to sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment to prevent cross-contamination
- Expose and process dental X-rays, ensuring proper patient positioning and radiation safety measures are followed
- Instruct patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care
- Conduct various laboratory duties as directed by the dentist
- Greet patients, escort them to treatment rooms, and manage patient flow
- Chart patient data, log information during and after procedures, and update patient records and health histories
- Book patient appointments and manage follow-up visits
- Assist with patient billing and insurance claims