Dental Assistant

Griffith University Employees, Location, Alumni; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% fee discount for work related post

Griffith Learning & Development

Salary packaging options

Corporate health discounts

Job summary

Griffith University’s Gold Coast Dental Clinic is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support students and staff in delivering high-quality patient care. You will assist across a broad range of treatments, maintain clinic hygiene, and support administrative duties under the supervision of the Dental Assistant Team Leader.

The role requires an Australian Dental Assistant qualification, CPR/First Aid, and a current Blue Card.

Qualifications

• Associate diploma level qualification or equivalent with relevant work experience.
• Australian Dental Assistant qualification or recognised equivalent.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification from a recognised provider.
• Current Queensland Blue Card (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Assist staff and students across a broad range of dental treatments and procedures.
• Maintain high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the clinic and prepare equipment for sterilisation.
• Ensure smooth clinic operations under the Dental Assistant Team Leader.
• Provide administrative and reception support as required.
• Stay updated on industry developments through ongoing professional development.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Administrative skills

Patient care

Education

Associate Diploma in Dental Assisting

Australian Dental Assistant qualification

Job description

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You'll find we're about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you'll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

Griffith Health Clinics provide high-quality primary healthcare services while supporting the education and training of the next generation of health professionals. Our multi-disciplinary clinics, offers a dynamic learning environment where evidence-based practice and inter-professional collaboration are at the core of our operations.

We are seeking a Dental Assistant to support students and staff in delivering exceptional patient care.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Assist staff and students across a broad range of dental treatments and procedures.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the clinic, which includes maintaining dental equipment and preparing equipment for sterilisation.
• Ensure smooth clinic operations under the direction of the Dental Assistant Team Leader.
• Provide administrative and reception support as required.
• Stay updated on industry developments through ongoing professional development.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will hold an associate diploma level qualification with relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant skills, knowledge and experience. In addition, you will have:

• An Australian Dental Assistant qualification or recognised equivalent.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification from a recognised provider.
• Current Queensland Blue Card (or willingness to obtain).

In addition to the above, you will demonstrate:

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work under supervision and contribute to efficient clinic operations.
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail.
• A commitment to patient care and student learning.

What we can offer
This is a continuing, full-time position based primarily at Griffith University's Gold Coast location.

The successful candidate will be required to work across various shifts and departments within the Dental Clinic to meet operational needs. Shift times may include 7:30am to 3:30pm, 9:00am to 5:00pm and 11:30am to 7:30pm.

As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith University's campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 4 range $76,126 - $80,321 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $89,067 - $93,976 per annum.

Additional Information

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• 50% fee discount for work related post graduate Griffith degrees
• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact the Dental Assistant Team Leader L&T at [e-mail].

Closing date: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at midday AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1-2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.