Dental Assistant

**Job Title: Temporary Dental Assistant**

**Location**: Makkah, Saudi Arabia

**Duration**: Hajj Season (Specific dates will be provided)

**Position Type**: Temporary, Full-Time

## **Job Summary**:
## **Key Responsibilities**:

- **Clinical Assistance**:

- Assist dentists in all dental procedures including examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment before and after use.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment.
- **Patient Care**:

- Provide pre
- and post-procedure care to patients.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Ensure patient comfort and manage any anxiety they may have about dental procedures.
- **Administrative Duties**:

- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments.
- Manage inventory and order supplies as needed.
- **Emergency Support**:

- Assist in handling dental emergencies promptly and efficiently.
- Coordinate with other healthcare professionals as needed.

## **Qualifications**:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a dental assistant.
- Current CPR certification.
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
- Familiarity with dental software and record-keeping.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English and Arabic.
- Excellent manual dexterity and precision.

## **Skills and Competencies**:

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Empathetic and patient-centered approach.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Team player with a positive attitude.

## **Working Conditions**:

- Willingness to work long hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed during the Hajj season.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks.
- Adaptability to work in a busy and dynamic environment with a diverse patient population.

## **Application Process**:

This job description outlines the key aspects of the temporary Dental Assistant role for the Hajj season in Makkah. Adjustments can be made based on specCertainly Here's a job description for a temporary Dental Assistant position in Makkah during the Hajj season:

**Job Title: Temporary Dental Assistant**

**Location**: Makkah, Saudi Arabia

**Duration**: Hajj Season (Specific dates will be provided)

**Position Type**: Temporary, Full-Time

## **Job Summary**:
## **Key Responsibilities**:

- **Clinical Assistance**:

- Assist dentists in all dental procedures including examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment before and after use.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment.
- **Patient Care**:

- Provide pre
- and post-procedure care to patients.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Ensure patient comfort and manage any anxiety they may have about dental procedures.
- **Administrative Duties**:

- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments.
- Manage inventory and order supplies as needed.
- **Emergency Support**:

- Assist in handling dental emergencies promptly and efficiently.
- Coordinate with other healthcare professionals as needed.

## **Qualifications**:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a dental assistant.
- Current CPR certification.
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
- Familiarity with dental software and record-keeping.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English and Arabic.
- Excellent manual dexterity and precision.

## **Skills and Competencies**:

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Empathetic and patient-centered approach.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Team player with a positive attitude.

## **Working Conditions**:

- Willingness to work long hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed during the Hajj season.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks.
- Adaptability to work in a busy and dynamic environment with a diverse patient population.

## **Application Process**:
**Job Type**: Temporary
Contract length: 15 days

Pay: ﷼2,000.00 - ﷼3,000.00 per month

**Education**:

- Diploma (preferred)