Requirements
Essential: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Dental Science and SCFHS License as Health Assistant. Desirable: Speaking, writing, and reading English/Arabic, and knowledge in computer applications.
Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist the dentist / surgeon in all aspects of the practice.Attend to the patient with such a warm reception, with a SMILE.(From waiting room to the surgery: surgery to the reception)Cooperate with the receptionist: paper works like referrals, Insurance Cards, ICD, invoices, and approvals.Carry on telephone manner as per procedure and policy.Practice the universal precaution to maintain the good infection control in every aspect of the clinical practice.Maintain availability of stocks and other needed items in the surgery.Participate in patient and family education to help patients and families to better understand and participate in their care and make well informed care decisions.Daily Procedures:Start Up:Wear appropriate uniform, clean and ironed. Switch on surgery / unit and computer, X Ray. Check appointment and laboratory works.Run through the 3:1 and motors to remove any stagnant water (this must be done for at least 2 minutes) flush water into spittoon. Ensure a clean environment and set for the first patient.During the day:Assist the surgeon throughout day, observe cross infection control procedure by universal precautionBe present in the surgery during all operating procedures, talk to patient as necessary when the dentist is out for some reasonsFollow Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P) when using all equipment, ask when unsure.Maintain stocks, note any item that are less, needs refill.Keep patient record updated: invoices and charges / maintain lab work diary.3. End of day:Accomplish daily statistics report, check patient's notes records / files as necessary.Run headpieces and 3:1 into spittoon, clean and disinfect aspirator, its tubing and the spittoon with disinfectant. Flush the aspirator / suction tubing's with water several times.Remove and clean amalgam traps and other residues.Collect amalgam waste in a sealed container with water.Clean / Wipe and disinfect the dental chair with alcohol-free disinfectant, unit and accessories with alcohol base disinfectant.Clean sink with soap and water thoroughly. Clean and disinfect all work surfaces thoroughly with alcohol base disinfectantDispose all clinical waste (yellow bag), Reline bins, brush and mop the floor (with the aid of the janitor).Check next day's appointment.Switch off computer and all equipment.Weekly ProceduresClean all displays in practiceCheck stocks in the surgery, note requisitionsClean operating chair / stools - top and bottomClean all suction tubes and other bottles outside and in, X-ray machine - arms and head, and other dental equipments in the surgery.Clean cupboard fronts, skirting boards, pictures and mirrors, window sills, ceiling lights, any ledges and shelvesClean and reline all cupboards and drawers.Hygiene surgery as on Rota: Clean - chair, stools, light, skirting etcPrepare weekly stat for the weekly meetingCheck your lab book, make sure all the above points is done.Monthly Procedures:Stock Order: Request form completed for any new dental material request, given to stock controller / material coordinator.Sharpe: Check (3/4 full) for disposal.Statistics: Prepare monthly statistics (Patients / Gross Income )JOB SPECIFICATIONSIndustry / DomainHealthcareNecessary Knowledge and ExperienceEssential: Minimum (2) years in relevant position.Education and Certification RequirementsEssential:Bachelor Degree in Dental ScienceSCFHS License as Health AssistantSkillsDesirable:Speaking, writing and reading English/ArabicKnowledge in Computer applicationAttitudeStrong Work EthicCompassionate and approachableResponsible and trustworthyAdaptabilityHonest and IntegrityPunctualSelf-MotivatedSelf-ConfidenceRespect for patient's confidentialityConditions This job description will become effective from the datesigned by the Chief of Medical Staff.This job description shall be subject to periodic review and may be changed at any time, in consultation with the employee.