Dental Assistant | Maroubra (Eastern Suburbs)

Gorilla Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hours

Full-time hours

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is seeking a proactive Dental Assistant who can also support reception duties in Maroubra, Sydney. You will prepare the surgery, assist the Dentist, and handle front desk inquiries to ensure a smooth patient experience.

The role combines clinical chairside support with patient coordination, booking the appointment book, and processing basic administrative tasks in a modern clinic.

Qualifications

• Previous Dental Assistant experience (Cert III in Dental Assisting desirable).
• Comfortable with reception duties and patient communication.
• Strong understanding of infection control and sterilisation protocols.
• Confident multitasker with attention to detail.
• Reliable, team-focused and professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with chairside dentistry and basic procedures.
• Support front desk tasks and manage bookings.
• Handle front desk enquiries and patient communications.
• Update patient records and recalls.
• Support recalls and patient reactivation as needed.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Reception duties

Infection control

Multitasking

Professional presentation

Education

Cert III in Dental Assisting

Job description

Dental Assistant | Maroubra (Eastern Suburbs)

Dental Assistant / Receptionist role in Maroubra supporting chairside care and front desk operations.

About the company

Join our client’s team at a well-established, patient-first dental clinic in Maroubra. The practice is known for delivering high-quality care in a welcoming setting, supported by a friendly team and efficient systems.

About the position Our client is looking for a proactive Dental Assistant who’s also happy to pitch in on reception. You’ll play a key role in creating a smooth patient experience—from preparing the surgery and assisting the Dentist, to managing bookings and front desk enquiries.

Clinical support may include assisting with:

• Check-ups, examinations and preventive care
• Cleans and periodontal support (chairside scaling assistance)
• Composite fillings, crowns and general restorative procedures
• Simple extractions and managing dental emergencies
• Whitening and smile enhancement consults

Reception and patient coordination tasks may include:

• Answering calls, responding to enquiries and confirming appointments
• Managing the appointment book and patient flow
• Processing payments, health fund claims, and issuing receipts
• Updating patient records and handling correspondence
• Supporting recalls and reactivation of overdue patients

Key Requirements

• Previous Dental Assistant experience (Cert III in Dental Assisting desirable)
• Comfortable with reception duties and patient communication
• Strong understanding of infection control and sterilisation protocols
• Confident multitasker with strong attention to detail
• Reliable, team-focused and professional presentation

Additional information

• Combine chairside assisting with reception & patient coordination
• Modern clinic, supportive team culture, and structured onboarding
• Part time and full time hours available!