Dental Assistant

Pacific Smiles Group; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Higher weekend rates

Corporate fitness perks

Free parking nearby

Job summary

Pacific Smiles Group in Penrith is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our busy 8-chair practice on a full-time, rotational roster.

You’ll work with a warm team, enjoy above award pay, higher weekend rates, and fitness perks, with flexible shifts and opportunities for development.

The role covers chair-side assisting, sterilisation, and reception tasks, with training and a supportive centre leader and growing patient base.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dental Assistant across chair-side, sterilisation and/or reception is advantageous
• Strong understanding of sterilisation and infection control protocols
• A caring, team-focused approach to patient care

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chair-side across treatments in a busy 8-chair practice
• Maintain sterilisation and infection control standards
• Support reception duties as needed and ensure smooth patient flow

Skills

Dental Assistant experience

Chair-side support

Sterilisation protocols

Patient care

Job description

Penrith
Above award pay + higher hourly weekend rates + fitness perks!
Bring your dental skills to a busy, high-performing centre
Full-time | Rotational roster

Our Opportunity

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Dental Assistant to join our Penrith centre on a full-time basis.

Our modern 8-chair practice offers a wide range of dental treatments, and you'll be welcomed into a warm, dedicated team that balances hard work with plenty of laughs. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love variety, you'll fit right in.

• Full-time role on a rotational roster: Monday-Thursday plus rotating weekends, with a weekly late finish (approx. 7:45pm) - higher weekend rates apply!
• Handy Penrith location, with free parking nearby and public transport right at your doorstep
• Supportive Centre Leader and growing patient base

What We Offer

We support your success with the right people, tools, and training - and you'll enjoy a range of benefits:

• Above award wages, higher hourly weekend rates and corporate fitness perks
• Flexible roles to suit your availability
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• On-the-job coaching and recognition programs
• Job security within a rapidly growing organisation
• A positive, team-driven culture

Our True Purpose

As one of Australia's largest corporate dental networks, we are focused on improving the oral health of ALL Australians to the world's best. As one team, we strive to deliver a perfect patient experience and outstanding support for our dentists - and we'd love to welcome you aboard.

Your Skills and Attributes

Above all, you're friendly, enthusiastic, and dedicated, with the ability to build rapport quickly. You'll also bring:

• Experience as a Dental Assistant across chair-side, sterilisation and/or reception is advantageous
• Strong understanding of sterilisation and infection control protocols
• A caring, team-focused approach to patient care
• Reliability, punctuality, and a desire for high standards