DENTAL ASSISTANT – HPCSA REGISTERED

DENTAL ASSISTANT – HPCSA REGISTERED Location: Randburg, Johannesburg Position Type: Full-Time Salary: Market-Related (Based on Experience) Medical Resources Group is recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established dental practice based in Craighall, for an experienced and professional HPCSA Registered Dental Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. This opportunity is ideally suited to a mature candidate with strong chairside assisting experience, excellent infection control awareness, and the ability to work confidently in a fast-paced dental environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the dentist with a wide range of general and advanced dental procedures while also assisting with reception and administrative duties when required. Key Responsibilities Chairside Dental Assistance - Assist the dentist with 4-handed dentistry during various dental procedures - Prepare and set up the surgery before patient appointments - Ensure proper clean-up and sterilisation after procedures and at the end of the day Assist with general dental procedures including: - Extractions - Surgical procedures - Dentures - Composite restorations/fillings - Crowns and bridgework - Implants - Digital scanning - Root canals - Aligners - Bonding procedures - Rubber dam placement - X-rays Sterilisation & Infection Control - Maintain strict infection prevention and sterilisation protocols - Ensure all dental instruments and equipment are sterilised correctly - Monitor and maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the practice - Ensure compliance with dental and healthcare infection control regulations Materials & Equipment Management - Ensure treatment rooms are fully stocked and organised - Assist with the handling and maintenance of dental equipment and instruments Prepare and mix dental materials including: - Impression materials - Dental cements - Liners and related materials Reception & Administrative Support - Answer incoming calls professionally when required - Assist with appointment bookings and diary management - Provide administrative and filing support where necessary - Assist with patient communication and front-desk support as part of the team environment - Work collaboratively with team members across overlapping duties Minimum Requirements - Matric Certificate (Grade 12) – Essential - Current HPCSA Registration – Essential - Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Dental Assistant – Essential - Strong knowledge and experience in 4-handed dentistry - Knowledge of general dental procedures and chairside assistance - Excellent understanding of sterilisation and infection control protocols - Professional appearance and hygiene standards - Punctual and reliable with excellent time management - Friendly, patient-focused, and professional communication skills - Strong teamwork skills with willingness to learn and adapt - Ability to work in a fast-paced dental environment - Basic computer literacy and administration skills Advantageous - Experience working on Solumed or similar dental software - Experience with digital scanning and advanced dental procedures - Strong telephone etiquette and appointment scheduling experience - Previous experience assisting with reception and administrative duties Working Hours - Monday – Friday: 07:30 – 16:00 - Preparation of surgery before opening and clean-up after closing required daily - Approximately 4 Saturday mornings per year as operationally required Remuneration - Market-related salary based on experience and qualifications Please note: No additional fringe benefits are offered. Application Instructions If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this opportunity, kindly submit your CV along with supporting documentation to: