Dental Assistant

Gentle Dental; Nambour; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above‑award remuneration

Flexible 2–4 days per week

Supportive team

Modern dentistry and technology

Opportunities to learn and grow

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

Gentle Dental Nambour is seeking a casual Dental Assistant who is passionate about patient care and thrives in a busy clinical setting. The role offers above‑award remuneration and flexible 2–4 day work weeks, with shifts that suit your schedule and opportunities for extra hours.

You will join a friendly team, gain exposure to digital workflows, CAD/CAM dentistry, implants and orthodontics, and have the chance to expand your clinical skills while delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated dental assistant experience in a clinical setting.
• Sound knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, sterilisation and infection control.
• Confidence assisting clinicians across a range of dental treatments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians across a range of dental treatments.
• Maintain sterilisation protocols and infection control.
• Prepare instruments and set up treatment rooms.
• Support digital dentistry workflows and Dentally records.
• Communicate clearly with patients and team members.

Skills

Dental assistant

Sterilisation protocols

Infection control

Communication skills

Organisation

Independent work

Dentally

Digital dentistry

Implant/surgical dentistry

Tools

Dentally

Job description

2–4 Days Per Week | Immediate Start | Above-Award Remuneration

Come join our Gentle Dental family!

Are you an experienced, passionate and enthusiastic Dental Assistant looking for a workplace where you're genuinely valued, supported and encouraged to grow?

At Gentle Dental Nambour, we're more than just a dental practice - we're a team of dedicated professionals who love what we do and take pride in making a positive difference in our patients' lives.

As our practice continues to grow, we're looking for a Casual Dental Assistant to join our wonderful team.

Why you'll love working with us

• Above-award remuneration - because we believe great people deserve to be rewarded.
• Flexible working arrangements - 2–4 days per week, with opportunities for additional shifts.
• A genuinely supportive team - work alongside friendly, experienced clinicians and colleagues who value teamwork.
• Modern dentistry and technology - gain exposure to digital workflows, CAD/CAM dentistry, implants, orthodontics and a wide range of general and advanced dental procedures.
• Opportunities to learn and grow - develop your clinical skills in a practice that encourages professional development.
• A positive workplace culture - where your contribution matters and your efforts are appreciated.

What we’re looking for

We're looking for someone who brings experience, confidence, a positive attitude and a genuine passion for patient care.

Previous hands–on dental assisting experience is preferred but not essential for this position.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Demonstrated experience working as a Dental Assistant in a clinical dental environment (essential).
• Sound knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, sterilisation protocols and infection prevention and control.
• Confidence assisting clinicians across a range of dental treatments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A friendly, compassionate and professional approach to patient care.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work efficiently, independently and collaboratively within a busy dental practice.
• A proactive attitude, reliability, flexibility and a great sense of humour!
• Experience with Dentally, digital dentistry, surgical procedures or implant dentistry would be highly regarded, but is not essential.

About Gentle Dental Nambour

We're a progressive, patient-focused dental practice located in the heart of Nambour on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.

Our philosophy is simple: to provide exceptional dental care in a welcoming, comfortable and compassionate environment.

We believe that delivering outstanding dentistry starts with building an outstanding team. We invest in our people, embrace modern technology and foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and proud of the care we provide.

Employment: Casual

Commencement: ASAP

Remuneration: Competitive, above‑award hourly rates, commensurate with experience.

We’d love to hear from you!

If you're a Dental Assistant looking for a fresh opportunity where you can enjoy coming to work, be part of a fantastic team and continue developing your skills, we'd love to meet you.