Dental Assistant

Ooralea Dental Care; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ooralea Dental Care in Mackay invites an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our busy, modern practice. You’ll support chairside care, infection control, and digital dentistry, while helping patients feel welcome and at ease.

Roster includes Monday to Friday and occasional Saturday hours; we foster teamwork, ongoing training and a friendly environment. If you’re reliable, proactive and keen to grow with us, apply today.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual in a busy clinical environment.
• Positive and energetic attitude.
• Patient-focused and able to reassure patients.
• Team player willing to help where needed.
• Organised and proactive with tasks.
• Confident communication with patients and colleagues.
• Willing to learn and develop new skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced dental environment.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting across a variety of dental procedures.
• Preparing surgeries and maintaining high infection-control standards.
• Sterilisation and instrument reprocessing.
• Supporting our dentists throughout treatment.
• Taking and preparing clinical records, photos and other documentation.
• Assisting with our digital dentistry and modern clinical technology.
• Helping create a welcoming and comfortable experience for every patient.
• Keeping surgeries organised, clean and ready for the next patient.
• Working closely with the wider team to keep the day running efficiently.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Positive and energetic

Patient-focused

A team player

Organised and proactive

Confident communicating with patients

Willing to learn and develop new

Comfortable working in a fast-paced

Job description

Are you a Dental Assistant who loves being part of a busy team, enjoys looking after patients and wants to work in a practice where there is always something happening?

Ooralea Dental Care is looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing team in Mackay.

We are a busy, progressive practice that combines high-quality patient care with modern technology, advanced dentistry and a strong team culture. We work together, support each other and take pride in creating a great experience for both our patients and our team.

This position requires availability across the following hours:

• Monday: 7:30am - 5:30pm
• Tuesday: 7:30am - 5:30pm
• Thursday: 8:30am - 6:30pm
• Friday: 7:30am - 5:30pm
• Alternate Saturdays: 8:30am - 1:30pm

We are looking for someone who wants to become a valued part of our team - not just someone looking for "a job".

What you’ll be doing

• Chairside assisting across a variety of dental procedures
• Preparing surgeries and maintaining high infection-control standards
• Sterilisation and instrument reprocessing
• Supporting our dentists throughout treatment
• Taking and preparing clinical records, photos and other documentation
• Assisting with our digital dentistry and modern clinical technology
• Helping create a welcoming and comfortable experience for every patient
• Keeping surgeries organised, clean and ready for the next patient
• Working closely with the wider team to keep the day running efficiently

What we’re looking for

• Reliable and punctual - our clinical days are busy, and your team needs to be able to count on you
• Positive and energetic - someone who brings a great attitude to work
• Patient-focused - you genuinely care about making patients feel comfortable
• A team player - willing to help wherever needed
• Organised and proactive - you can see what needs to be done without always being asked
• Confident communicating with patients and colleagues
• Willing to learn and develop new skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced dental environment

Why work with us?

• Work alongside experienced dental professionals
• Gain exposure to a wide range of dental procedures
• Work with modern dental technology and equipment
• Develop your clinical and professional skills
• Receive ongoing training and support
• Become part of a friendly team
• Grow with a practice that values its people

A little bit about us

At Ooralea Dental Care, we believe great dentistry starts with a great team.

We are proud to provide comprehensive dental care to our community and have built a workplace where teamwork, professionalism, patient care and a positive attitude matter.

Our days can be busy - but that's part of what makes working here exciting. No two days are exactly the same, and there are plenty of opportunities to learn and grow.

Please note: Applicants must be available to work within the rostered hours listed above.