DENTAL ASSISTANT– HPCSA REGISTERED, Randburg

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

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.

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