Dental Assistant - Melbourne, Australia

Location: South Yarra, Melbourne, Australia
Employment Type: Permanent
Qualifications: Cert III or IV Dental Assisting or NZ Dental Assistant qualification
Reference: 4012795
Job Experience: 2 Years Dental Assistant experience

This South Yarra practice believes in practising a science-based approach to holistic dentistry.

About the practice and role:

  • Full time (Mon-Fri) 9am - 5pm
  • Team of 4 dentists, dental assistants, receptionists, and practice manager
  • Dental assistants get the opportunity to assist each clinician on a weekly rotation and learn new skills
  • Remuneration: 33-37.50 AUD (approximately $39-44.50 NZD) is dependent on experience
  • A 3-hour trial is offered, so the ideal candidate can see how the dental clinic operates
  • Bonus packages such as parking, laundry allowances, and discounted dental treatment for staff & family members
  • For the right candidate, we offer a visa sponsorship pathway leading to permanent residency and Australian citizenship.
  • Key responsibilities:
    • Chairside assisting for holistic, laser, surgical, cosmetic and general dental treatments.
    • Preparing and sterilising instruments and clinical rooms.
    • Managing ozone, laser, iTero digital scanning and stem cell equipment.
    • Supporting Invisalign appointments and lab coordination.
    • Maintaining infection control and sterilisation standards.
    • Providing pre and post-treatment care and patient education.
    • Assisting with stock management and daily clinic setup/close.
    • Daily & end-of-month checklists.

About you:

  • Life philosophies are in line with our Holistic values
  • Ideally, a minimum of 2 years of Dental Assisting experience
  • And holds either a Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting or an overseas Dental Qualification
  • Infection Control & Sterilisation
  • Highly organised, interested in clinical stock management
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment & multitask
  • Responds effectively to feedback
  • Works well in a team environment
  • Good communication skills
  • Has a caring and happy life attitude

About the area:

  • Fantastic access to public transportation with a tram stop outside the clinic door and a train station 3 minutes' walk. The vibrant Chapel Street precinct is one block away.

South Yarra offers picturesque historic architecture with abundant contemporary eateries and plenty of designer-label-driven shopping, all within an easy hop of the city. https://www.visitmelbourne.com/regions/melbourne/destinations/toorak-and-south-yarra

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NOTE:

Are you interested in this job? Then contact Toni Marr on +64(0)21 229 7070 to find out more. All clinical candidates need to be registered with the Dental Council of New Zealand (DCNZ).

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