Casual Dental Assistant: Gentle Care & Growth

Abano Healthcare Group; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible casual work

Mentorship and development

Career pathways

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Maven Dental Hervey Bay, located in Urraween Road Medical Centre, Hervey Bay, is seeking a casual Dental Assistant to support dentists chairside and contribute to a friendly, patient-centered practice.

You will provide chairside support across general and restorative procedures, covering varied shifts to suit leave and peak periods. This role offers a supportive team, ongoing training and opportunities for career development within the Abano Healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilisation protocols.
• Confidence using dental practice management software (desirable).
• Calm, reassuring manner with nervous patients.
• Clear and professional communication with patients and the team.
• Willingness to share experience and support newer team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance across general, restorative and preventive treatments.
• Assist with extractions and other surgical procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilise instruments according to infection control standards.
• Keep patients comfortable and informed, especially those who feel anxious.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and charting in the practice management software.
• Assist with stock control and ordering for the surgery.

Skills

Infection control

Communication

Patient comfort

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Maven Dental Hervey Bay, located in Urraween Road Medical Centre, Hervey Bay, is seeking a casual Dental Assistant to support dentists chairside and contribute to a friendly, patient-centered practice.

You will provide chairside support across general and restorative procedures, covering varied shifts to suit leave and peak periods. This role offers a supportive team, ongoing training and opportunities for career development within the Abano Healthcare network.