Dental Assistant - Linksfield

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Manage patient bookings and appointments.

• Handle reception and patient enquiries professionally.

• Assist with the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.

• Maintain accurate patient and clinical documentation.

• Assist with general dental-related administration.

• Coordinate the daily appointment schedule and patient flow.

• Provide professional and friendly patient service.

• Assist the Dentist during dental procedures and patient treatments.

• Prepare and organise instruments, materials and equipment.

• Assist with cleanings, fillings, impressions, extractions, root canals and orthodontics.

• Prepare patients for treatment and ensure their comfort.

• Maintain a clean and organised treatment area.

• Sterilise instruments according to infection control protocols.

• Clean and autoclave instruments and equipment.

• Load and unload the autoclave and ensure proper operation.

• Complete daily cleaning and monitoring of sterilisation equipment.

• Ensure dental handpieces are cleaned and maintained daily.

• Ensure correct reprocessing of dental equipment and instruments.

• Order dental materials and clinical stock.

• Monitor stock levels and ensure required materials are available.

• Maintain and organise clinical supplies.

• Identify equipment or instrument issues and report them for repair or replacement.

• Maintain developer and mixer bottles where applicable.

• Assist with the overall efficient operation of the practice.