Dental Assistant

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Clinical and Chair side Assistance Competent to assist in all dental procedures in the clinic or operating room, under general anesthesia, applying techniques of four-handed dentistry, standard nursing practice guidelines and infection control protocols. Must be knowledgeable and competent to perform intra-oral radiographs and may take Panoramic X-ray after certified training. Should be compliant to the Policy of the unit: Take X-ray only after the patient has been assessed by the Dentist and procedure order has been inserted in the dental health record. Must be knowledgeable and competent to take impressions, pour models, disinfect, process lab forms and payments, and follow up lab cases. Manage clinic workflow and complete patient cycle, including reviewing appointments, insurance approvals, assisting in treatments, discharging, and scheduling future appointments. Competent in identifying and preparing dental instruments for procedures. Return used instruments to C.S.S.D. for sterilization in the absence of a porter. Perform the role of Extra Nurse or Floating Nurse as per need. Escort patients to reception after treatment for billing and follow-up. Review admission requests, OR bookings, and consents for patients undergoing surgery/GA. Patient Care and Safety Apply nursing ethics when assisting in clinic and dealing with colleagues, patients, and families. Respect patients' rights and prioritize safety and privacy. Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect, and dignity. Record patient vital signs. Perform initial patient assessments. Conduct initial fall risk assessments. Obtain informed consents, assist in explanation, and witness patient signatures. Provide patient and family education using Dental Assistant VIDA system if needed. Administrative and Documentation Responsibilities Check 72- and 24-hour appointment confirmations in Dental Smart and submit comments to the operations manager if needed. Complete all dental nursing documentation using Dental Assistant VIDA: Nursing records and Dental Health Record Time-out procedure (before and after procedures) Teeth charting (verification with dentist) Insert treatment plans and admission requests into VIDA with dentist's verification Match Procedure Order Test with Daily Operative Report Verify dental referrals before patient discharge Document start and end times of patient appointments Complete daily operative reports. Report assigned surgeons outside working hours (OMFS Assistants). Clinic Preparation and Maintenance Arrive 15 minutes early to review the daily appointment list and prepare instruments for scheduled treatments. Prepare dental units, counters, cabinets, machines, and instruments before patient care. Re-check the daily appointment list and set up treatment rooms. Assess dental materials and request supplies as needed. Check equipment cleanliness and functionality; submit job requests if needed. Check dental material expiry and report/dispose accordingly; complete material checklist daily. Maintain dental and IT equipment in assigned clinic. Oversee inventory control, prevent overstocking, ensure expiry compliance, and organize materials per labels. Quality, Compliance, and Accreditation Participate in department Quality Improvement processes in coordination with Head Nurse. Participate in person-centered care initiatives by AJAJI. Follow and implement departmental policies and procedures. Comply with JCIA/CBAHI standards to support and achieve accreditation. Perform additional tasks and duties within scope of knowledge and skills. Bachelor Degree in Dentistry, Nursing, Dental Assisting or Diploma in Dental Assisting. Fresh graduate from Ajaji Dental Academy or 1 year experience outside Ajaji. Valid Saudi commission for health specialties registration. Valid Basic Life Support certificate. (BLS ACLS-PALS).