Dental Assistant

AB Health Group; Ballarat; Presencial; AUD 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

9-day fortnight

Variety in role

Reception and admin growth

Be a valued team member

Resumo da oferta

AB Health Group in Ballarat, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join a busy, patient-focused practice. You’ll deliver confident four-handed chairside support across general and restorative dentistry, assist with procedures, and help with reception duties to ensure a smooth patient journey.

We value initiative, reliability, and a collaborative spirit. A minimum of 2 years’ dental assisting experience, familiarity with D4W, and a strong commitment to infection control are

Qualificações

• 2+ years’ experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Confident four-handed chairside assistance in general/restorative dentistry.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols and clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication, organisation and multitasking skills.
• Flexible to rostered days and weekend work.
• D4W familiarity or ability to learn quickly.
• Reception and administrative tasks experience are helpful.

Responsabilidades

• Provide confident four-handed chairside assistance across general/restorative dentistry.
• Assist with procedures including root canals, crowns and bridges.
• Prepare surgeries, instruments and materials ahead of appointments.
• Maintain infection control, sterilisation and safety standards.
• Anticipate clinicians' needs to ensure efficient patient care.
• Support patients through the treatment journey with professionalism.
• Assist with appointment scheduling, patient enquiries and reception duties as required.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver a seamless patient experience.

Conhecimentos

Dental assistant experience

Chairside assistance

Infection control

Communication

Organisation

Multitasking

Reception duties

Formação académica

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Ferramentas

Dental4Windows (D4W)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Join a busy, patient-focused dental practice where your experience is valued, your initiative makes a difference, and no two days are the same!

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant who takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care, thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys being an integral part of a successful dental team?

AB Health Group is recruiting on behalf of an established dental practice in Ballarat, Victoria

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced dental professional seeking variety, stability, and the chance to further develop their clinical and reception skills.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• 9-day fortnight - Enjoy a roster that provides a regular additional day off.
• Variety in your role - Work across general dentistry, restorative procedures and Invisalign treatments.
• Broaden your skill set - Opportunity to develop your reception and administrative experience.
• Be a valued team member - Play an important role in delivering exceptional patient experiences.
• Stay engaged - Enjoy a hands-on position where your clinical expertise, organisation and initiative are appreciated.

The Opportunity

Working alongside experienced dental professionals, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of daily clinical operations while providing patients with a welcoming, comfortable and professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing confident, efficient four-handed chairside assistance across general and restorative dentistry.
• Assisting with procedures including root canal treatments, crowns and bridges.
• Preparing surgeries, instruments and materials ahead of appointments.
• Maintaining exceptional infection control, sterilisation and clinical safety standards.
• Anticipating clinicians' needs to ensure efficient patient care.
• Supporting patients throughout their treatment journey with professionalism and empathy.
• Assisting with appointment scheduling, patient enquiries and reception duties as required.
• Working collaboratively with the wider team to ensure a seamless patient experience.

About You

We're looking for someone who brings more than just technical ability. You'll be a reliable, organised and genuinely caring dental professional who enjoys contributing to a positive team environment.

Ideally, you'll have:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Dental Assistant.
• Confidence assisting with general dentistry, including root canal treatments, crowns and bridges.
• Familiarity with Dental4Windows (D4W), or the ability to quickly learn new practice management systems.
• A sound understanding of infection control protocols and clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication, organisational and multitasking skills.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to anticipate clinicians' needs.
• A professional, friendly manner and genuine commitment to patient care.
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional changes to rostered days.

Bonus skills we'd love to see:

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting.
• Experience working in a busy, multidisciplinary dental environment.

No implant, orthodontic or Invisalign experience?

That's absolutely fine! These skills are not essential. We're more interested in your general dental experience, positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Roster:

• 9-day fortnight, including either a Saturday or Sunday.

Weekdays:

8:00am - 6:00pm.

Flexibility with rostered days will be highly regarded.

Ready for Your Next Move?

If you're an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys being part of a busy, supportive team and wants to make a genuine difference to the patient experience, we'd love to hear from you.

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.