Dental Assistant

Southside Paediatric Dentistry; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Southside Paediatric Dentistry in Miranda is seeking a friendly, highly organised Dental Assistant to join our specialist paediatric team. This casual/permanent part-time role (3–5 days per week) supports chairside work and hospital GA procedures.

You will assist specialists, help prepare surgeries, reassure children and families, and maintain strict infection-control standards in a supportive clinic and hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or enrolled in the course.
• Experience in dental assisting, sterilisation and organising instruments.
• Good typing skills.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Knowledge of Dental 4 Windows would be a definite advantage.
• Working With Children Check.
• Drivers license and car.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting our Specialist Paediatric Dentists and Oral Health Therapists.
• Preparing surgeries and assisting with a broad range of paediatric dental procedures in a hospital setting.
• Supporting and reassuring children and parents throughout their appointments.
• Infection prevention, sterilisation and instrument processing.
• Maintaining excellent clinical and infection-control standards.
• Digital radiography, clinical photography and management of patient records.
• Assisting with stock management and maintaining well-organised clinical areas.
• Working closely with our reception and clinical teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Multitasking

Patient communication

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Tools

Dental 4 Windows

Job description

Southside Paediatric Dentistry is seeking a friendly, enthusiastic and highly organised Dental Assistt to join our established specialist paediatric dental team in Miranda.

We are looking for individuals who are flexible, enthusiastic with a positive attitude, punctual and have the patience and ability to work with children of all ages. Our focus is on providing an exceptional experience for every child and their family in a warm, caring and professional environment.

About the role

This casual/permanent part-time (3-5 days per week) position is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, takes pride in high standards of clinical care and wants to develop their skills within specialist paediatric dentistry, including the opportunity to assist with dental treatment performed in a hospital environment under general anaesthesia (GA).

Your role will include:

• Chairside assisting our Specialist Paediatric Dentists and Oral Health Therapists
• Preparing surgeries and assisting with a broad range of paediatric dental procedures in a hospital setting
• Supporting and reassuring children and parents throughout their appointments
• Infection prevention, sterilisation and instrument processing
• Maintaining excellent clinical and infection-control standards
• Digital radiography, clinical photography and management of patient records
• Assisting with stock management and maintaining well-organised clinical areas
• Working closely with our reception and clinical teamsContributing to the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice
  

Benefits and perks

Modern and large Specialist Practice located in the heart of Miranda.

Excellent working environment and attractive wages.

Great opportunity to work alongside a team of leading paediatric dental specialists, oral health therapists and experienced nursing staff in a supportive environment both in clinic and hospital settings.

Qualifications, experience and desirable requirements

Certificate III in Dental Assisting or enrolled in the course.

Experience in dental assisting, sterilisation and organising instruments.

Good typing skills.

Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

Knowledge of Dental 4 Windows would be a definite advantage.

Working With Children Check.

Drivers license and car.