Dental Department is hiring a
Dental Assistant
From the official advert
GOVERNMENT VACANCY JOB TITLE: Dental Assistant MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: South Caicos
JOB SUMMARY
The job holder assists the dentist in providing dental treatment and working as part of a team to provide Dental Care.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Dental Procedures
- Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment.
- Collect and record patient health histories.
- Manage patient during dental procedures.
- Transfer instruments during dental procedures.
- Use dental procedure isolation techniques.
- Prepare dental materials, cements, amalgam, composite, impression materials, etc.
- Perform dental charting
- Supervise prevention and management of dental medical emergencies.
- Maintain inventory control and management.
Patient and Community Educator
- Deliver patient personal oral care instructions
- Deliver community dental health presentations
- Plan, assemble and staff health fair booths
- Adhere to all Public Service rules and regulations
- Perform other related tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Certificate or Diploma in Dental Assisting or higher.
EXPERIENCE
- At least one (1) year of relevant working experience.
SALARY
- Grade 5.1 $38,691.00 per annum
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
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ct information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page, National Turks & Caicos Islander Status Card (where applicable). Shortlisted candidates must submit a Police Certificate. Current serving officers must apply through their Head of Department. Applications without supporting documents will not be processed. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.