Dental Assistant | Leadership & Career Progression | Bendigo VIC

Gorilla Jobs; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership potential

38-hour week

Advanced clinical exposure

CEREC imaging

CBCT imaging

No Sunday shifts

Supportive colleagues

Professional development

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs Bendigo is seeking a proactive Full-Time Dental Assistant to join a growing practice in Bendigo. You will work alongside experienced dentists across a wide range of procedures, developing clinical skills and contributing to efficient clinic operations.

There is a clear pathway to leadership, with opportunities toward Head Dental Assistant or Practice Management. The role includes implant and All-on-4 exposure, modern technology, and a supportive team in a busy, multi-chair setting.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting highly regarded but not essential.
• Experience preferred; motivated candidates with limited experience welcomed.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibility and leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance during general, restorative and complex dental procedures.
• Supporting clinicians with dental implants, All-on-4 treatments, orthodontics and root canal therapy.
• Preparing instruments, dental equipment and treatment rooms.
• Maintaining infection control and sterilisation standards.
• Assisting with advanced procedures under general anaesthesia where trained.
• Supporting appointment coordination and front-office operations.
• Taking initiative to improve clinical workflows and patient experiences.
• Developing organisational and interpersonal skills for future leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Job description

Dental Assistant | Leadership & Career Progression | Bendigo VIC

About the Company

Are you an ambitious Dental Assistant ready to take your career beyond the dental chair? Our client is a thriving, well-established dental practice in the Bendigo region, offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Dental Assistant who wants to develop their clinical expertise and potentially progress into a leadership role.

With five modern treatment rooms and six experienced clinicians, the practice offers exposure to an impressive range of dental procedures, from general and restorative dentistry to dental implants, All-on-4 treatments, orthodontics and endodontics.

Equipped with CEREC, OPG and CBCT imaging, our client combines advanced technology with a supportive, patient-focused working environment.

What really sets this opportunity apart?

With no current Head Dental Assistant or Front Office Coordinator, there is genuine potential for the right person to step into greater responsibility and work towards future leadership or Practice Management opportunities.

About the Position

Our client is looking for a proactive Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our client's team in Bendigo.

This position is particularly suited to someone who thrives in a busy clinical setting, enjoys learning new skills and wants to establish themselves as a valuable member of a growing dental practice.

You'll work alongside experienced Dentists across a wide variety of procedures, developing your technical confidence while gaining insight into the operational side of running a successful practice.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing chairside assistance during general, restorative and complex dental procedures.
• Supporting clinicians with dental implants, All-on-4 treatments, orthodontics and root canal therapy.
• Preparing instruments, dental equipment and treatment rooms.
• Maintaining excellent infection control and sterilisation standards.
• Assisting with advanced dental procedures and treatments performed under general anaesthesia, where appropriately trained and authorised.
• Supporting appointment coordination, patient communication and front-office operations.
• Taking initiative to improve clinical workflows and patient experiences.
• Developing the organisational and interpersonal skills needed for future leadership responsibilities.

Key Requirements

• Previous Dental Assisting experience preferred, although motivated candidates with limited experience are welcome.
• Certificate III in Dental Assisting highly regarded but not essential.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take on additional responsibility.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, multi-chair dental practice.
• Genuine interest in professional growth, teamwork and patient care.
• Availability for a rotating 38-hour weekly roster, including some evening shifts and occasional Saturdays.

On Offer

• Leadership potential: Genuine opportunities to work towards a Head Dental Assistant, Front Office Coordinator or Practice Management role.
• Full-time employment: Enjoy the stability of a 38-hour working week.
• Advanced clinical exposure: Gain experience across implants, All-on-4, orthodontics, endodontics and complex restorative dentistry.
• Industry-leading technology: Work with CEREC, OPG and CBCT imaging in a modern five-chair practice.
• Professional development: Strengthen your clinical, administrative and leadership capabilities.
• Varied responsibilities: Enjoy a position where every day brings something different.
• Supportive colleagues: Work alongside six clinicians in an established, collaborative practice.
• No Sunday shifts: Maintain a regular day off each weekend.
• Long-term opportunities: Build a meaningful career with the potential to take on greater responsibility.

Why Bendigo?

Bendigo offers the ideal combination of professional opportunity and regional lifestyle.

With quality schooling options, including government and independent schools, La Trobe University's Bendigo campus and a thriving local community, it's an attractive destination for professionals planning their future.

Enjoy a vibrant café and restaurant scene, beautiful parks, historic architecture and easy access to Melbourne, approximately two hours away by car.