Sandton: Dental Assistant – HPCSA Registered posted by Medical Resources Group (Pty) Ltd

April 12, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

Medical Resources Group (Pty) Ltd

Gauteng

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Job Description

Dental Assistant HPCSA Registered

Location: Sandton, Gauteng
Position Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Industry: Dental / Healthcare

About the Opportunity

Medical Resources Group is recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established Dental Practice in Sandton, for a qualified and professional Dental Assistant to join their clinical team.

The successful candidate will support the Dentist in both clinical and administrative functions, ensuring a high standard of patient care, infection control, and efficient practice operations.

This role is ideal for a registered Dental Assistant who is organised, patient-focused, and experienced in working within a private dental practice environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assistance

Assist the Dentist during dental procedures and patient treatments
Prepare and organise instruments and materials for procedures
Mix materials – Vitrebond, Kalzinol, glass ionomers, alginate, president and Impregum.
Ensure patients are comfortable and informed before and during treatment
Assist with cleanings, fillings, impressions, extractions, root canals, orthodontics.
Maintain a clean and organised treatment area

Sterilisation & Infection Control

Sterilise instruments according to infection control protocols
Clean and autoclave instruments and equipment
Load and unload the autoclave and ensure proper operation
Maintain daily cleaning and monitoring of sterilisation equipment
Ensure dental handpieces are cleaned and maintained daily.

Equipment & Clinical Support

Identify equipment or instrument issues and report them for repair or replacement
Maintain developer and mixer bottles where applicable
Ensure proper reprocessing of dental equipment and instruments.

Administrative & Patient Support

Assist with dental-related administrative duties when required
Support patient preparation and interaction within the practice
Maintain accurate patient and clinical documentation.

Minimum Requirements

Registered Dental Assistant with HPCSA (Essential)
Dental Assisting Certificate (Essential)
Minimum 2 years experience as a Dental Assistant in a private practice or clinic environment
Computer literacy and Solumed program experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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The ideal candidate will be:

Professional and patient-focused
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Able to work efficiently in a clinical environment
Knowledgeable in infection control and sterilisation protocols
A team player with a positive attitude.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 17:00
Friday: 08:00 14:00

Remuneration

Market Related

How to Apply

Please email your CV and proof of HPCSA registration to .za with Subject line: Dental Assistant Sandton

If you do not receive feedback within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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