Dental Assistant

Work Initiatives; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team culture

Convenient transport access

Ongoing learning opportunities

Job summary

Work Initiatives in Australia is seeking a Permanent Part-Time Dental Assistant to join our modern, patient-focused practice in the Sutherland Shire.

The role involves assisting dentists, preparing rooms, sterilising instruments, and maintaining infection control. You will work 3-4 days per week with flexibility.

If you are reliable, detail-oriented and enjoy teamwork, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Able to work 3-4 days per week with flexibility.
• Friendly, detail-oriented team player.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures while maintaining a clean clinical environment.
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure instruments and materials are ready for procedures.
• Clean, sterilise, and maintain dental instruments per infection control standards.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Flexibility

Job description

Our growing dental practice is seeking a motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic Permanent Part-Time Dental Assistant to join our team.

We are a modern, well-established practice conveniently located in the Sutherland Shire - just moments from Westfield Miranda and within walking distance of Miranda railway station, making your commute easy and accessible.

If you are an experienced Dental Assistant who takes pride in delivering high-quality patient care, we would love to hear from you!

What you'll be doing

• Assisting dentists during a variety of dental procedures while maintaining a clean and organised clinical environment
• Preparing treatment rooms and ensuring all instruments and materials are ready for procedures
• Cleaning, sterilising, and maintaining dental instruments in accordance with infection control standards

What we're looking for

• A friendly, positive attitude and strong team-player mindset
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant (required)
• Ability to work collaboratively with dentists and other team members
• Available to work 3-4 days per week (including flexibility where needed)

What We Offer

• Supportive and welcoming team culture
• Convenient location with excellent transport access
• Ongoing learning opportunities