Dental Assistant

Mudgee Dental; Mudgee; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mudgee Dental in Mudgee, NSW, is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to join our modern five-chair practice and support clinicians in delivering high-quality patient care.

You will assist chairside, prepare surgeries, maintain infection control, welcome patients and help the team with a variety of general and advanced procedures, with ongoing learning opportunities.

If you value teamwork, a positive culture and a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive and professional attitude.
• Excellent patient care and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Organised and detail-oriented; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to dentists and oral health therapists.
• Prepare and maintain dental surgeries.
• Sterilise instruments and uphold infection control standards.
• Welcome patients and ensure they feel comfortable.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Dental Assistant

Join Our Friendly & Growing Team!

Mudgee Dental | Mudgee, NSW

Are you a friendly, motivated and caring Dental Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in a modern dental practice?

Mudgee Dental is looking for an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our team! Whether you are an experienced dental assistant or someone looking to take the next step in your dental career, we would love to hear from you.

We pride ourselves on providing excellent patient care while creating a positive, supportive and enjoyable workplace for our team.

Why Join Mudgee Dental?

Mudgee Dental is a modern, five-chair dental practice with a strong team culture and a genuine focus on delivering quality patient care.

You'll be joining a friendly, collaborative and experienced team consisting of:

• Five Dentists
• Three Oral Health Therapists
• Two visiting dentists specialising in All-on-4 dental implants and Invisalign.

Working alongside a diverse team of dental professionals, you'll gain exposure to a wide range of dental treatments and procedures, with opportunities to expand your knowledge and develop your clinical skills.

We believe in teamwork, supporting one another and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and enjoys coming to work.

About the Role

As a Dental Assistant at Mudgee Dental, you will play an important role in supporting our clinicians and ensuring our patients receive the best possible care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing chairside assistance to dentists and oral health therapists.
• Preparing and maintaining dental surgeries.
• Sterilising instruments and maintaining strict infection control standards.
• Welcoming patients and helping them feel comfortable and at ease.
• Assisting with a variety of general and advanced dental procedures.
• Maintaining clinical stock and equipment.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.
• Working collaboratively with the wider dental team.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a friendly, positive and professional attitude.
• Enjoys working with people and providing excellent patient care.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is organised, reliable and pays attention to detail.
• Can work well independently and as part of a team.
• Is enthusiastic, adaptable and willing to learn.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control.

Previous dental assisting experience is highly regarded, but the right attitude and willingness to learn are just as important.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped five-chair practice.
• A friendly, supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to a broad range of dental treatments and procedures.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.

• A workplace that values teamwork, respect and a positive culture.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you are passionate about dentistry, enjoy working with people and want to be part of a fantastic team, we would love to hear from you!

We look forward to meeting you!