Dental Assistant - 4-Day Week, Growth & Benefits

Bupa; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Bupa Dental Goodwood is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our busy practice of six chairs, operating Monday to Friday with a 4-day compressed week. This full-time role starts from 7:30 am and runs through 6:30 pm, offering a supportive team culture and opportunities for professional growth.

You will assist chair-side, support infection control, manage instrument sterilisation, and ensure treatment rooms are clean, well-organised and ready for patient care in a fast-paced, high-volume

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or equivalent) preferred.
• Chair-side skills including suction, instrument handling, and radiography.
• Strong infection-control knowledge and sterilisation practices.
• Excellent communication with patients and team in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical procedures and prepare treatment rooms.
• Maintain infection control standards and sterilise instruments between patients.
• Support delivery of safe, high-quality dental care and positive patient outcomes.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

X-ray knowledge

Infection control

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Job description

Bupa Dental Goodwood is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our busy practice of six chairs, operating Monday to Friday with a 4-day compressed week. This full-time role starts from 7:30 am and runs through 6:30 pm, offering a supportive team culture and opportunities for professional growth.

You will assist chair-side, support infection control, manage instrument sterilisation, and ensure treatment rooms are clean, well-organised and ready for patient care in a fast-paced, high-volume