Dental Assistant | Full-Time Stability & No Sundays | Bendigo VIC

Gorilla Jobs; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time stability

No Sunday shifts

Supportive team environment

Varied clinical work

Modern facilities

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs in Bendigo invites a friendly, organized Dental Assistant to join a busy practice. This full‑time role offers a rotating 38‑hour schedule with some evenings and occasional Saturdays, while Sundays are completely roster-free.

You’ll be part of a patient‑focused team dedicated to high standards of care and infection control. Responsibilities include chairside support across general dentistry, orthodontics, implants and endodontics, with modern facilities and opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a patient‑focused approach.
• Reliability, attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt within a busy clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentists during general examinations, fillings, crown preparations and restorative treatments.
• Provide chairside support for orthodontic procedures, root canal treatments and implants.
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure instruments are clean and sterilised.
• Welcoming patients and helping them feel comfortable during appointments.
• Maintain high infection prevention and control standards.
• Support clinicians with complex treatments, including All-on-4 procedures.
• Assist with patient coordination and administrative tasks as required.
• Work closely with colleagues to maintain an organised and welcoming clinical environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Reliability

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Team contribution

Full-time availability

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Job description

Dental Assistant | Full-Time Stability & No Sundays | Bendigo VIC

About the Company

Looking for a stable Dental Assistant position where you can build your career and enjoy life outside work?

Our client is a well-established dental practice in the Bendigo region, offering a welcoming environment for a reliable Dental Assistant who values teamwork, professional security and long-term employment.

Operating across five modern dental chairs with six clinicians, the practice provides comprehensive dental care in a busy but collaborative setting.

From routine dental appointments and restorative procedures to orthodontics, dental implants and endodontics, you’ll enjoy a varied and rewarding role within an experienced dental team.

For someone looking to settle into a supportive workplace and become an important part of a practice’s future, this is an excellent opportunity.

About the Position: Our client is looking for a friendly, organised and dependable Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our client’s team in Bendigo.

This role offers the security of 38 hours per week, with a rotating roster that includes some evening shifts and occasional Saturdays. Sundays are always free from rostered work.

You’ll be part of a busy, patient-focused environment where teamwork is essential and your contribution to the smooth running of the practice will be genuinely appreciated.

Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include:

• Assisting Dentists during general dental examinations, fillings, crown preparations and restorative treatments.
• Providing chairside support for orthodontic procedures, root canal treatments and dental implants.
• Preparing treatment rooms and ensuring dental instruments are clean, sterilised and ready for use.
• Welcoming patients and helping them feel comfortable throughout appointments.
• Maintaining high infection prevention and control standards.
• Supporting clinicians with complex treatments, including All-on-4 procedures.
• Assisting with patient coordination and administrative responsibilities when required.
• Working closely with colleagues to maintain an organised and welcoming clinical environment.

Key Requirements

• Previous Dental Assisting experience desirable, but candidates with limited experience and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
• Certificate III in Dental Assisting highly regarded but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, patient‑focused approach.
• Reliability, attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
• Ability to contribute positively to a busy, supportive clinical team.
• Willingness to assist across different dental procedures.
• Availability for a full‑time, 38‑hour rotating roster with some late evenings and occasional Saturdays.

On Offer

• Full‑time stability: A consistent 38‑hour working week with long‑term employment potential.
• No Sunday shifts: Enjoy a guaranteed break from work on Sundays.
• Supportive team environment: Work with experienced Dentists and colleagues who value communication and teamwork.
• Varied clinical work: Build confidence assisting with preventive care, restorative dentistry, orthodontics, implants and endodontics.
• Modern practice facilities: Work in a well‑equipped clinic featuring CEREC, CBCT and OPG technology.
• Professional growth: Develop your skills with the potential for future senior or leadership opportunities.
• Established workplace: Enjoy the benefits of joining a busy dental practice with an experienced clinical team.
• Rewarding patient relationships: Make a genuine difference to the care and comfort of patients throughout their dental journey.

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Bendigo combines the facilities of a major regional centre with a welcoming community atmosphere.

Families benefit from a range of government and independent schooling options, childcare services, sporting clubs, parks and recreational facilities.

Popular attractions such as Lake Weeroona, Rosalind Park and the Bendigo Botanic Gardens provide plenty of opportunities for family outings and time outdoors.

The region experiences four distinct seasons, with warm summers and cool winters, and offers a strong café culture, local markets and community events.
With Melbourne approximately two hours away by road, Bendigo provides regional living without losing access to a major city.