Dental Surgery Assistant at Zoom Exclusive Dental Care – Lagos

Zoom Exclusive Dental Care is recruiting a Dental Surgery Assistant in Lagos to provide chairside support, prepare clinical instruments and maintain patient-care and infection-control standards.

Job Summary

Zoom Exclusive Dental Care is seeking a diligent, compassionate and detail-oriented Dental Surgery Assistant to support dentists and other clinical personnel in delivering safe, efficient and high-quality dental care.

The successful candidate will assist during dental procedures, prepare and maintain clinical equipment, ensure proper infection prevention and control, and provide patients with a comfortable and professional clinical experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during dental examinations, treatments and surgical procedures.
• Prepare dental surgeries, treatment rooms, instruments and equipment before procedures.
• Ensure all dental instruments are properly cleaned, disinfected, sterilised and stored in accordance with infection prevention and control standards.
• Receive and prepare patients for dental procedures, providing reassurance and basic procedural guidance.
• Ensure dental materials, consumables and instruments are readily available for clinical procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and proper organisation of the dental surgery and clinical work areas.
• Assist with patient positioning, suctioning, instrument transfer and other chairside support duties.
• Monitor and replenish clinical supplies and promptly report shortages or faulty equipment.
• Dispose of clinical waste appropriately in line with established safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation as required.
• Adhere strictly to clinical protocols, safety standards and the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Perform other relevant clinical support duties as assigned by the supervising Dentist or Management.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of a Diploma, Certificate or relevant qualification in Dental Surgery Assisting, Dental Nursing or a related field.
• Relevant professional registration or certification, where applicable.
• Previous experience in a dental clinic or healthcare facility is an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of dental instruments, materials, chairside assistance and sterilisation procedures.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control practices.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with dentists, clinical personnel and patients.
• Strong attention to detail, personal hygiene and organisational skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused and professionally disciplined.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.