Dental Assistant

KAIVARAM DENTAL PTY LTD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

KAIVARAM DENTAL PTY LTD – Kellyville Ridge NSW is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant with 3+ years of experience to join a fast-paced two-chair practice. You will support practitioners, manage instruments, assist with radiographs, and uphold strict infection control standards.

The position is full-time permanent in the Sydney area, offering a competitive salary and opportunities to mentor junior staff, participate in policy updates, and contribute to smooth clinical operations while also

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a dental assistant
• Certificate III or IV in dental assisting (or equivalent)
• Multilingual capabilities are preferred to support Sydney's diverse population

Responsibilities

• Receiving and preparing patients
• Handling instruments, medications, and dental requisites for practitioners
• Preparing dental materials and processing x-rays
• Using suction devices and water sprays
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment
• Sterilising and preventing cross infection of equipment
• May advise patients on dental health education and post-operative care
• May act as receptionist for dental practitioners
• May perform billing and other clerical tasks
• Help to prepare and update workplace policies and procedures
• Provide training and mentoring to incoming dental assistants
• Liaise with dental laboratories and supply companies

Skills

Dental patient care

Communication

Infection control

Radiography

Administrative support

Education

Dental Assistant Certificate III/IV or equivalent

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (overseas qualified)

Job description

KAIVARAM DENTAL PTY LTD – Kellyville Ridge NSW

Company: Smile Visions

Position: Dental Assistant

Qualified Dental Assistant with 3+ years of experience providing enthusiastic, detail orientated and comprehensive patient care, administrative support in a fast paced two chair dental surgery. Proficient at applying the latest infection control protocols and adept at easing patient anxiety. Eager to apply strong communication skills and knowledge of dental radiography to support a progressive dental practice.

Term: Full Time permanent

Occupation tasks include:

• Receiving and preparing patients
• Arranging and handling instruments, medication, and other dental requisites to Dental Practitioners
• Preparing dental materials and processing x-rays
• Using suction devices and water sprays
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment
• Sterilising and preventing cross infection of equipment
• May advised patients on dental health education and post-operative care and procedures
• May act as a receptionist for Dental Practitioners
• May perform billing and other clerical tasks
• Help to prepare and update workplace policies and procedures
• Comply with and participate in all required internal and external training
• Provide training and mentoring to incoming dental assistants to the practice
• Liaise with dental laboratories and supply companies to ensure a well-stocked and managed practice

Requirements:

• Dental Assistant Certificate III or IV or equivalent. This can include Bachelor of Dental Surgery (overseas qualified)
• 3+ years of experience as a dental assistant
• Preferred: multilingual to assist in managing the diverse population of Sydney

Salary: AUD $77000-$79000 per annum