Dental Assistant/Nurse – Dubai Media City Clinic Dubai Hills Mall, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company Description

NMC Healthcare, the largest private healthcare provider in the UAE, operates over 200 facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies. The Dubai Media City Clinic, located at Dubai Hills Mall, is committed to delivering clinical excellence through safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. The dental department provides high-quality dental services, supported by a multidisciplinary team and advanced technology, fostering a collaborative environment focused on quality and safety.

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant/Nurse at the Dubai Media City Clinic assists dentists in sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies. This role involves providing age-specific patient care, performing assessments, and supporting dental procedures, including radiographic imaging and nitrous oxide sedation monitoring. The position adheres to UAE regulations and Joint Commission International (JCI) standards, ensuring a safe and effective patient care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide age-specific, patient-centered care using the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Perform problem-focused and age-specific patient assessments, including continual critical care assessments of physical and psychological needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and revise care plans, involving patients and significant others as appropriate.
• Serve as a chairside assistant during dental procedures, preparing and maintaining dental instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Expose and develop dental radiographs and perform independent procedures as delegated by the dentist, per hospital policies.
• Maintain dental department equipment and work areas in compliance with infection control and safety policies, including sterilization of reusable instruments and proper disposal of contaminated materials.
• Monitor patients during nitrous oxide sedation, following hospital policies and procedures.
• Provide oral hygiene instructions and maintain accurate records of patient medical history and dental charting.
• Book patient appointments, procedures, or treatments according to the treatment plan and follow up on diagnostic test results, coordinating with the dentist.
• Ensure availability and maintenance of operatory supplies, compiling lists for inventory control and ordering.
• Recognize subtle cues to anticipate potential problems and escalate using the Early Warning System and American Heart Association emergency algorithms.
• Document all relevant data in medical records according to hospital and departmental standards.
• Safely handle and administer Narcotic/Controlled and Semi-Controlled Drugs, following policies and procedures.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities, including data collection, incident reporting, and audits.
• Uphold infection prevention and control (IPC) standards, including strict hand hygiene, bare below the elbows, and environmental care.
• Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems (OSHMS), reporting hazards and participating in training and drills.
• Complete mandatory education (e.g., fire, safety, infection control, pain management) and maintain unit competencies.
• Participate in staff meetings, unit committees/projects, and ongoing educational activities to maintain clinical and professional competency.

Qualifications

• Qualification of Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), or Diploma in Dental Assistant/Dental Nursing/Hygienist, or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (minimum 3 years full-time course duration) or Degree in Nursing (minimum 2 years course duration) with registration as a Registered Nurse from Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, or Australia.
• Minimum of 4 years of nursing care or dental experience.
• Valid license/registration to practice in home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable).
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or equivalent, per scope of practice.
• Knowledge of dental assisting techniques and procedures for all phases of general dentistry.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to ensure effective functioning of the dental clinic.
• Skills in assessing physical and psychological needs of patients and families, and coordinating and prioritizing care.
• Previous experience in a private healthcare institute is an asset.
• For UAE nationals: Exempt from experience and clinical training requirements (must submit birth certificate and mother’s family book).
• For non-UAE national graduates from UAE universities: Must complete 6 months of clinical training post-graduation in an APS health facility (except for Registered and Assistant Nurse titles).

Job Details

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary, finalized during interviews based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with access to advanced medical and dental technology.
• Opportunities for career advancement within NMC Healthcare’s network.

Additional Information

NMC Healthcare is committed to delivering high-quality medical and dental services and fostering a collaborative, patient-focused environment. Applications must be submitted through the NMC Healthcare careers portal, and candidates should monitor their email for recruitment-related communication. A background check may be required. Beware of fraudsters; genuine employers will not request payment for applications or interviews.