21 Senior Dental Assistant jobs in South Africa

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Job Location : Pagosa Springs, CO

Position Type : Full Time

Education Level : High School

Salary Range : $18.50 - $2.05 Hourly

Travel Percentage : Up to 25%

Job Shift : Any

Job Category : Health Care

Dental Assistant – Full Time – Pagosa Springs Integrated Healthcare – Pagosa Springs, CO

Commitment to Pay Standards: We are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification/licensure (rather than wage history).

Position Summary: The Dental Assistant isa member of the multi-disciplinary oral health care team with responsibility for patient exam and procedure preparation and assisting within the scope of practice of a dental assistant.

Qualifications: Our ideal candidate for our Dental Assistant position will have their high school degree or equivalent.

Salary: Starting pay is $18.50 – $1 .55 per hour (Calculation based on hourly rate of 17.50 + 1.00 Locale Differential). Compensation considers preferred experience and preferred education as described above.There is a locale differential at our Pagosa Springsworksites.

Benefits:

• Medical (HDHP or PPO) • Long Term Disability
• 401k offering up to 6% match • Short Term Disability
• Health Savings Account • Dental
• Flexible Spending Account • Vision
• Dependent Care Account • Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance • College Invest plans
• Annual Wellness Benefits • Personal Days
• Loan Repayment Programs • (9) Company Paid Holidays
• (3) weeks of All Paid Leave (APL) for first 2 years with full-time employment.
• On-going training & educational opportunities for professional development are also available.

Physical demands: Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. Must have ability to sit for longer periods at a computer. Employee must be able to travel between Axis Health System locations. Possible potential exposure to communicable disease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Axis Health System may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills:

• Considerable knowledge and skill obtained through experience and/or training to be able to provide appropriate care to all clinic patients.
• Advanced knowledge of dental record keeping practices including documentation in an electronic health/dental record.
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment, to recognize problems outside of this role and refer appropriately.
• Knowledge of dental and medical terminology
• Physical capability to interact with others and perform mobility requirements of the position
• Knowledge and ability to operate standard office equipment including scanner, computer.
• Working knowledge of Windows based computer applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and ability to access the internet.
• Ability to be helpful and sensitive to the needs of all employees, while concurrently respecting corporate policies, procedures, and priorities.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external customers.
• Ability to communicate job-related information to individuals and small groups.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; plan own work schedule effectively and multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize workload in a sometimes-hectic environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to concentrate in sometimes hectic and stressful settings.
• Ability to read and understand written materials.
• Must regard work as confidential.
• Must have current driver’s license, qualify for commercial vehicle insurance and maintain a driving record that allows insurability with Axis Health System’ insurance agency.
• Occasional travel required.
• Ability to take on additional duties when necessary.

Additional eligibility requirements: Annual Flu immunization, Annual TB screening, CPI training within 90 days of hire, BLS PRO certification required within 90 days of hire

About our Axis Health System: We are the leading provider of behavioral health and integrated (primary, dental, and behavioral health) care on the Western Slope of Colorado. As a therapist in our clinic, you’ll have access to a wide range of resources for your patients. We have recovery groups, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), specialized mental health outpatient programs, primary care, diabetes education, crisis services, resource navigators, insurance enrollment specialists, tele-video systems to access our locations across the region and more. We work to make sure you have what you need at your fingertips to be successful in your position and support your patient in their road to recovery.

Please visit our website at Axis Health System , to apply for this position and for more information about our organization.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities.

About Durango/Pagosa Springs:

If you’re interested in Rocky Mountain wildlife, white water rafting, hiking in to discover nature’s most beautiful waterfalls, or a breathtaking car ride on the San Juan Skyway, then Durango and Pagosa Springs are the place for you! As with so many areas on the Western Slope, you have now entered an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Just minutes from zip lining through the treetops, to soaking in thePiedra River Hot Springs, located in the national forest, after a day of hiking any one of the many trails, and when the season is right, you can be snowboarding or camping in the mountains that surround this beautiful area. Take a ride on the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train and enjoy the stunning views of the San Juan National Forest. You’re also a mere 35-minute car ride to Mesa Verde National Park. Just outside the doors of our clinics, you’ll find beautiful parks with walking paths and opens spaces to enjoy. Durango has an airport located minutes from our clinics which has service to Denver, Phoenix and Dallas-Fort Worth daily. Learn more about our area here: Visit Durango, CO | Official Tourism Site of Durango, Colorado

A reputable and patient-focused private dental practice in Newcastle is seeking a HPCSA Registered Dental Assistant to join their professional team.

The ideal candidate must be compassionate, detail-oriented, and dedicated to delivering high-quality clinical support and patient care in a calm and organised environment.

To provide efficient chair-side assistance to the dentist during clinical procedures, while ensuring optimal infection control standards, patient comfort, and administrative support where required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Chair-Side Assistance:

• Prepare treatment rooms before procedures, ensuring instruments and materials are sterilised and ready
• Assist the dentist during procedures including examinations, restorations, and minor surgeries
• Suction, retract, and pass instruments efficiently
• Mix dental materials (cements, impression materials, etc.) as required
• Take and develop digital X-rays if qualified

Patient Interaction:

• Greet and prepare patients before procedures
• Offer reassurance and explain procedures clearly to patients
• Record and update patient dental and medical histories accurately
• Provide post-procedure instructions as directed by the dentist

Infection Control & Stock:

• Adhere strictly to cross-infection control policies
• Disinfect and sterilise all instruments and working surfaces
• Ensure stock levels are maintained and request supplies where needed
• Ensure equipment is in good working condition and report faults

Administrative Duties (as required):

• Assist with booking appointments and follow-ups
• Maintain accurate records of procedures and billing
• Liaise with suppliers and labs when needed
• Assist with reception when short-staffed

Requirements:

• HPCSA Registered Dental Assistant (Active registration essential)
• Minimum 1-2 year relevant experience in a private dental practice
• Fluent in English (Afrikaans/Zulu an advantage)
• Knowledge of dental materials, procedures, and chairside etiquette
• Basic computer literacy (familiar with dental software and general admin)
• Professional, neat and empathetic bedside manner
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Newcastle

Advantageous:

• Exposure to aesthetic, paediatric or prosthodontic dentistry
• Previous experience with Elixir or similar dental software

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday: 08h00 – 17h00
• Saturday mornings: 08h00 – 13h00 (rotational or as scheduled) one Saturday per month
• Flexibility for emergency call-ins or late finishes appreciated

Why Join our client?

• Join a compassionate and well-regarded dental team rooted in the Newcastle community
• Work in a professional yet friendly setting with a strong focus on patient wellbeing
• Opportunity for long-term stability and growth within the practice
• Supportive working environment with ongoing mentorship from an experienced practitioner

Northwest Colorado Health is seeking a Dental Assistant with the passion and skills to deliver high quality healthcare. We have been providing primary healthcare to residents since 2008. Today, you will join a healthcare organization and a staff of 11 providers at four locations, delivering primary medical, dental and behavioral health care to more than 5,500 patients. You will be welcomed into our diverse and caring environment to serve the community in which we live.

We have high expectations for you as a Dental Assistant. We need you to:

• Prepare patients for treatment.
• Assist the Dentist in performing their treatment to the patient in restorative dentistry or oral surgery.
• Prepare materials and equipment for treatment and have them ready for the Dentist’s use.
• Take x-rays and assist the Dentist in laboratory work.
• Provide critical feedback and insights to help Northwest Colorado Health constantly improve

You should also have high expectations for Northwest Colorado Health as an employer. Our Dental Assistants help meet patients’ needs and ensure they have a positive patient experience. Every day you will leave Northwest Colorado Health knowing that you have made a positive difference.

We offer a salary that meets market values for the Colorado area and is based on experience. The salary range for this full time, 40 hour a week position located in Routt County is $17.07-$25.83 (once trained this position receives an increase in wage). This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and our 403(b) Retirement Plan. We support development and education with the opportunity to obtain a Dental Assistant certification and complete a Radiation Safety Course.View a complete job description .Open until filled.

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A high-end Dental Practice in Bedfordview, Johannesburg, requires an HPCSA-Registered Dental Assistant for a permanent position.  The ideal starting date would be ASAP . 

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2-3 years of working experience in private practice. They should be computer literate, have excellent English communication skills, and present themselves professionally. Experience in Cosmetic Dentistry, Routine Restorative Dentistry, and Implantology, and familiarity with Exact software would be advantageous.

The salary is negotiable contingent on experience.

Working hours and days: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 & 2 Saturdays a month (08:00 - 13:00), and then the candidate would get x2 half days off a month for the Saturdays worked. 

All qualified Dental Assistant candidates, please apply online. 

A reputable dental practice in Somerset West is seeking a dedicated and experienced HPCSA Registered Dental Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will be available to start around mid to end September .

Minimum Requirements :

• HPCSA Registered Dental Assistant
• At least 5 years’ experience in the dental field
• Strong administrative and computer skills
• Professional, well-presented, and neat
• Kind, friendly, a quick learner, and a true team player

Working Hours : Monday to Friday | 08 : 00 – 17 : 00 ( No weekend work)

Salary : R15 000 per month including pension fund

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a warm and professional practice in a beautiful part of the Western Cape.

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply online.