Dental Assistant

Abano Healthcare Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team environment

Flexible casual work

Job summary

1300SMILES Carindale is seeking a friendly Casual Dental Assistant / Receptionist to support both the clinical and front-office teams. This role is 2–3 days per week, offering flexibility and varied duties to keep patients smiling.

You’ll welcome patients, manage appointments, assist with procedures, and help maintain a clean, efficient practice. Great communication, organisation, and a positive attitude are essential to deliver an exceptional patient experience.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting and/or reception experience within a dental practice
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Organised, reliable and able to multitask in a busy environment
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team
• Positive attitude and genuine passion for patient care
• Flexible and available to work 2–3 days per week

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and clinicians during dental procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilise dental instruments
• Welcoming patients and providing a friendly, professional experience
• Managing appointments, answering phone calls and responding to patient enquiries
• Supporting patient bookings, recalls and general reception administration
• Processing payments and maintaining accurate patient records
• Helping maintain a clean, organised and welcoming practice

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Multitasking

Job description

Company Description

1300SMILES Carindale | Casual | 2–3 days per week

Love what you do. Make people smile!

Are you a friendly, organised and motivated individual who enjoys helping people and making them feel welcome? Join the team at 1300SMILES Carindale as a Casual Dental Assistant / Receptionist!

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a team environment, has great communication skills and is passionate about providing an exceptional experience for our patients. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for casual work, with approximately 2–3 days per week.

Job Description

This is a varied position where you’ll support both the clinical and front-office teams to keep the practice running smoothly.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting dentists and clinicians during dental procedures.
• Preparing treatment rooms and sterilising dental instruments.
• Welcoming patients and providing a friendly, professional experience.
• Managing appointments, answering phone calls and responding to patient enquiries.
• Supporting patient bookings, recalls and general reception administration.
• Processing payments and maintaining accurate patient records.
• Helping maintain a clean, organised and welcoming practice.

Qualifications

• Has dental assisting and/or reception experience, ideally within a dental practice.
• Has excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Is organised, reliable and able to multitask in a busy environment.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team.
• Has a positive attitude and a genuine passion for patient care.
• Is flexible and available to work 2–3 days per week.

Additional Information

Why join 1300SMILES?

• A friendly and welcoming team environment.
• Variety in your day, combining clinical and administrative responsibilities.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your dental skills.
• Flexible casual work to suit your lifestyle.

1300Smiles Carindale is proudly part of the Abano Healthcare Group.

At Abano Healthcare, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and respect individuals from all backgrounds and believe that diversity drives innovation and success. Join us as we create a culture of inclusion that celebrates unique perspectives and provides equal opportunities for all.