Dental Assistant

Impression Dental Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Smiles Zetland in Sydney is seeking an experienced dental assistant to join our team on a part-time basis, 3 days per week plus 2 Saturdays per month, in a modern 2-chair practice.

You will support Dentists and the wider team, helping deliver quality patient care, prepare patients, sterilise instruments, and maintain a clean, efficient treatment area, with a focus on infection control and a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Dental Assistant is essential.
• Cert III or IV in Dental Assisting is beneficial.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Capability to address patient concerns and resolve issues with professionalism and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and prepare them for procedures.
• Assist dentist during examinations and procedures.
• Prepare and sterilise dental instruments.
• Monitor supplies and maintain the treatment area.
• Collaborate with dentists, hygienists and staff to ensure smooth workflow.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Dental assisting

Infection control

Patient care

Sterilisation

Communication

Education

Cert III in Dental Assisting

Job description

About Smiles Zetland is looking for an experienced dental assistant to join our team on a part-time basis 3 days a week plus 2 Saturdays per month.

Join our supportive and dynamic team in our modern 2-chair practice, where patient care is at the heart of everything we do. You'll work alongside our Dentists and wider team to help deliver high-quality treatment and a great patient experience.

Our practice offers a diverse range of treatments, from general dentistry and routine check-ups through to cosmetic dentistry and implants, giving you the opportunity to work across a varied and interesting scope of dentistry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Assist with patient management, including greeting patients, preparing them for procedures, and ensuring their comfort.
• Clinical Support: Prepare and sterilise dental instruments, assist the dentist during examinations and procedures, and maintain a clean and organised treatment area.
• Inventory Management: Monitor dental supplies levels, ensuring the treatment room is well-stocked and organised.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with dentists, hygienists, and other staff to ensure a smooth workflow and positive patient experience.
• Compliance: Adhere to all safety and infection control protocols, as well as regulatory requirements in the dental practice.

What we can offer you:

• Opportunity to make a difference
• Access to our Employee Assistant Program
• Unlock exclusive discounts and cashback offers on the Work App
• Certified Great Place to Work two years in a row 2024 & 2025

What do you need to succeed:

• Prior experience as a Dental Assistant is essential
• A Cert III or IV in Dental Assisting is beneficial
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Capability to address patient concerns and resolve issues with professionalism and empathy