Dental assistant

Overview

M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.

Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital is a state-of-the-art hospital serving Abu Dhabi’s Northern Emirates. With 200+ beds and JCI accreditation, it delivers world-class, community-focused care. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and the expertise of M42’s renowned network (including Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, Amana Healthcare, Mubadala Health Dubai, and Healthpoint), SSBZH stands at the forefront of medical innovation.

The hospital is dedicated to improving health outcomes, facilitating access to quality care and addressing the unique needs of military personnel, their families, and the broader community in the Northern Emirates. The Dental Assistant supports the dental team in delivering safe and efficient patient care by assisting during procedures, preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, maintaining infection control standards, and ensuring patient comfort and smooth clinic operations.

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures. Prepare and maintain treatment rooms and dental instruments. Sterilize instruments and ensure infection control standards are followed. Assist with patient preparation and provide patient support and education. Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.

Ensure adequate stock of dental supplies and materials. Support smooth daily clinic operations and patient flow.

Qualifications

Diploma or Certificate in Dental Assisting or related field. Valid professional license/registration as per regulatory requirements. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred. Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and infection control practices. Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Previous dental clinic experience is an advantage. Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures. Prepare and maintain treatment rooms and dental instruments. Sterilize instruments and ensure infection control standards are followed. Assist with patient preparation and provide patient support and education.

Maintain accurate patient records and documentation. Ensure adequate stock of dental supplies and materials. Support smooth daily clinic operations and patient flow. Diploma or Certificate in Dental Assisting or related field. Valid professional license/registration as per regulatory requirements. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and infection control practices. Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Previous dental clinic experience is an advantage.