Dental Assistant - Bondi

HCF; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

18 weeks parental leave

Mental health and wellbeing programs

Discounts on HCF products

Job summary

HCF in Bondi Junction is seeking a Dental Assistant to work with dentists and the Practice Manager to deliver high-quality patient care. The role ensures compliance with the Dental Quality Management System and smooth daily operations at Bondi Dental Center.

It is a full-time maximum term position until 1 Sept 2027, based at Bondi Junction Dental Center, 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri). You will assist with chair-side duties, sterilisation, and patient coordination while upholding WHS and infection

Qualifications

• Must have prior dental knowledge and experience.
• Neat appearance and sound personal hygiene.
• High level of confidentiality, tact and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assistance to dentists and ensure patient comfort.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment per HCF policies.
• Monitor patient day sheets and prepare for patient lists; assist with emergencies.
• Coordinate patient flow, escort and settle patients for treatment.
• Assist with chair-side duties: instrument setup, material mixing, data entry, radiograph development.
• Uphold infection control standards and manage surgery changeover and stock maintenance.
• Sterilise instruments, manage stock levels and validate cycles.
• Report hazards or unsafe conditions and participate in WHS activities.

Skills

Dental knowledge

Confidentiality

Initiative

Basic computer literacy

Neat appearance

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

First aid qualification

Tools

Radiography equipment

Sterilisation equipment

Job description

As a Dental Assistant, you will work alongside our Dentists and Practice Manager to ensure high quality patient care, compliance with our Dental Quality Management System, and the smooth running of day to day operations of our Bondi Dental Center.Please note this is a full time Maximum Term Position until 1 Sept 2027 based in our Bondi Junction Dental Center (40 hours per week (Mon-Fri)Key ResponsibilitiesProvide clinical assistance to dentists, ensuring patient comfort and efficiency throughout their visit.Maintain a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment in accordance with HCF policies and procedures.Monitor patient day sheets, prepare for patient lists, and accommodate emergencies where possible.Coordinate patient flow, including escorting, settling, and preparing patients for treatment.Assist with chair-side duties: instrument and material set-up, procedure support, mixing materials, data entry, and radiograph development.Uphold infection control standards, manage surgery changeover and cleaning, and perform equipment and stock maintenance.Process and sterilise instruments, maintain stock levels, and validate sterilisation cycles.Report any fraudulent behaviour or activity as required.Comply with Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, policies, and procedures. Report hazards, near misses, and injuries promptly.Participate in meetings, training, and health and safety activities.Key Performance AreasEfficient management of handpieces, stock, and materials.Satisfactory assistance and competency in all dental assistant duties.Teamwork and cooperation, including flexibility for additional tasks.Good communication, punctuality, and attendance.Commitment to learning and adherence to infection prevention, WHS, and PPE standards.Skills, Experience & QualificationsEssential:Previous dental knowledge and experience.Neat appearance and sound personal hygiene.High level of confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.Initiative and common sense in daily tasks.Basic computer literacy.Desirable:Reception experience or willingness to be cross-trained.Qualifications in radiography, sterilising, and/or first aid.Certificate III in Dental AssistingAbout HCFAt HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we’ve been putting our members and their health first. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover 2 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.Culture & BenefitsPurpose-driven passionWe’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.Wellness and work-life balanceWe’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:Flexible working arrangements50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras coverFamily-friendly certified employer18 weeks of parental leave for all new parentsMental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and moreDiscounts on HCF’s products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.Collaboration and inclusivityWe embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.Continuous learning and growthWe believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.Next stepsIf you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – [e-mail] to discuss or call 02 9290 0464.We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.Please be aware of recruitment scams, phishing, and impersonation attempts. HCF will never request payment or sensitive financial information at any stage of the recruitment process. If you receive suspicious communications claiming to be from HCF, please verify them through our Careers page or contact us directly.