Dental Technician at CareOne Clinics

CareOne Clinics is a patient-focused healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, accessible, and affordable medical services. Our mission is to provide exceptional, personalized care in a compassionate and professional environment. We offer a wide range of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to chronic disease management, always putting the patient's needs at the forefront of everything we do.

Our commitment to excellence is driven by a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals who adhere to the highest ethical standards and best practices in the industry. At CareOne Clinics, we believe in fostering long-term relationships with our patients, built on trust, respect, and accountability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Dental Technician

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

• This role involves supporting dental procedures, managing patient records, and collaborating with other dental staff to provide comprehensive care.

Job Description

• Assist in the management of medical and dental emergencies
• Assist the dental therapist and the dentist during their meetings with patients
• Prepare patients and dental rooms for dental procedures
• Ensure patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
• Performing aseptic procedures and helping in infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments
• Assist with the development and validation of laboratory methods, procedures, and protocols.
• Setting up for all dental procedures, preparing materials, and assisting in all dental procedures
• Maintaining dental equipment and supply inventory
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures as directed by the dentist or dental therapist
• Perform follow-up calls with patients
• Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Collecting and recording patient’s medical and dental histories, vital signs, and treatment information
• Educate patients on dental care and oral hygiene
• Fabricating temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions
• Participate in voluntary community health activities to promote, maintain, and restore health and prevent diseases
• Perform other tasks appropriate to the post which may be allocated from time to time after prior discussion
• Contribute to the maintenance and cleanliness of the laboratory facilities and workspaces.
• Perform office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer (scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, and billing)
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and empathy in all interactions with patients, colleagues, and stakeholders, maintaining confidentiality and respecting patient rights and privacy.
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Participate in continuing education and professional development
• Adhere strictly to CAREONE's ethical standards, medical protocols, SOPs, and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Dentist, Clinic Manager etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Dentistry, Dental Surgery
• 0-2 years of industry/clinical experience
• Registered with the Dental Therapists Registration Board of Nigeria, Certificate in Dental Technology
• Strong knowledge of dental techniques, procedures, and use of dental equipments.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications and dental software and applications
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong customer service skills.
• Caring, Compassionate, Dedicated and Professional
• Strong attention to detail in specimen and sample handling

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2024.