Job Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification or prescribed in- service training (with duration of less than 2 years) that allows for the required registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Dental Assistant. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Dental Assistant. Experience: Grade 1: None after obtaining an appropriate qualification or prescribed in-service training that allows for the required registration with the HPCSA as Dental Assistant. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience after obtaining an appropriate qualification or prescribed in-service training that allows for the required registration with the HPCSA as Dental Assistant. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB). Willingness to travel between outreach clinics within the Central Karoo District. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Adhere to all departmental requirements and protocols. Sound verbal and written communication skills. Good computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Appropriate inoculation. Knowledge of patient preparations and dental instruments. Knowledge of the National Oral Health Policy, National Norms, Standards and Practice. Guidelines for Primary Oral Health Care, Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Duties
Assisting Clinician, maintaining hygienic environment and maintaining infection control. Planning and packing for outside clinics, marathon sessions and outreach sessions. Clinical patient care. Stock control, stocking surgery and maintenance of equipment. Maintain appropriate database of work done. Waste management and practical patient flow management. Responsible for own continuous Professional Development.
What is the Salary
Grade 1: R225 777 per annum Grade 2: R262 953 per annum
Location
Beaufort West Sub-district PHC Outreach and Support (Stationed at Laingsburg Clinic)
How to Apply
Ms V Arendse Tel No: (023) 414 – 8200
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Apply Before:
5/25/2026
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Additional Information
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this
