Adhere to all departmental requirements and protocols. Sound verbal and written communication skills. Good computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Appropriate inoculation. Knowledge of patient preparations and dental instruments.
Knowledge of the NationalOral Health Policy, National Norms, Standards and Practice. Guidelines for Primary Oral Health Care, Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Appropriate qualification or prescribed in-service training (with duration of less than 2 years) that allows for the required registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Dental Assistant.
Assisting Clinician, maintaining hygienic environment and maintaining infection control. Planning and packing for outside clinics, marathon sessions and outreach sessions. Clinical patient care. Stock control, stocking surgery and maintenance of equipment. Maintain appropriate database of work done. Waste management and practical patient flow management. Responsible for own continuous Professional Development.
Grade 1: None after obtaining an appropriate qualification or prescribed in-service training that allows for the required registration with the HPCSA as Dental Assistant.
Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years' appropriate experience after obtaining an appropriate qualification or prescribed in-service training that allows for the required registration with the HPCSA as Dental Assistant.
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Dental Assistant.
Valid driver's licence (Code B/EB). Willingness to travel between PHC facilities and Hospital.
Grade 1: R 143 per hour; Grade 2: R 167 per hour