Dental Assistant

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures, including four-handed dentistry and restorative treatments, crowns, fillings, root canals, and other treatments.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment, set up treatment rooms, and comply with infection-control protocols.
• Take dental X-rays in line with DHA guidelines and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and manage appointments or support the front desk when needed.

Requirements

• A degree qualification is mandatory; the source states a minimum of two years without clarifying the meaning.
• A valid Dubai Health Authority (DHA) license is required.
• One to two years of clinical experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of dental materials and instruments; good English communication; teamwork and organizational skills.
• Arabic language skills, multi-specialty clinic experience, dental software knowledge, and sterilization or infection-control experience are preferred.