A dental assistant is as important as the dentist, to run a clinic. A dentist has their limits too in the daily job. A dentist can’t handle all the patients all at once. The patients need to be set up in an organized manner before the actual dentist gets to see them one-by-one. For example, when a patient is called for an implant; the dental assistant will prepare the anesthetic mix in the injection while the actual dentist will prepare for the surgical tools and related procedures.
There are other jobs too, which if the dentist performs himself/herself; may lead to wasted time, which on the other hand may hamper the daily work. There are other essential activities that are performed by a dental assistant and which prove to be vital that make the clinic run in a smooth manner.
So one should look for some specific qualities of a candidate; applying for the post of dental assistant in their dental clinic. Here is a list of those essential qualities which one should look for in their dental assistant -
- The person should be a good listener - We all know that dental assistants always remain at the front lines with patients. So, the person should be a good listener and should be fast enough to note down the proper points.
- The person should be full of compassion - We realize that patients get scared or nervous easily, especially when it comes to surgical procedures. So one must be looking for a dental assistant who can create a calm and composed environment around the patient.
- Should be great at socializing - The person should have a socializing ability. This is required because the patients expect a more cordial and easy-to-talk-to person than a strict, professional one.
- Should be tenacious - The post of dental assistance is not as easy as it sounds. The candidate must have a strong determination and will to carry out the duties.
- Must possess strong work ethics - It might happen that a dental assistant needs to stay at the clinic for long hours (maybe because of the huge number of patients). But the one who holds strong work ethics finds it rewarding and interesting.
- Must be a reliable person - There are certain cases where a dentist India totally relies on the works of a dental assistant. Hence, the candidate must be a reliable person.
- Managing powers - The candidate must have great skills when it comes to managing difficult situations.
- Multitasking ability - A dental assistant must have the capability of multitasking. The person may need to manage the patients at a time and prepare the medications of another all at once.
