Dental Assistant – Modern Clinic, Ballarat

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

Benefits offered by this job

Established Dental Centre

Experienced Dental Professionals

Modern Clinical Environment

Variety of Treatments

Professional Development

Collaborative Workplace

Fantastic Location

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is representing a well-established dental centre in Ballarat seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to join their team. You will support daily clinical procedures and help maintain high standards of patient care in a modern, professional environment.

You will assist with a range of treatments, prepare rooms and equipment, and uphold infection control while delivering patient-focused service. This role offers growth within a collaborative dental team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant is highly regarded.
• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting is advantageous but not essential.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, infection control and sterilisation practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Friendly, compassionate and professional approach to patient care.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, reliability and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance to dentists during general, preventative and restorative dental procedures.
• Assisting with examinations, fillings, crowns, extractions, root canal treatments and cosmetic dentistry.
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments and dental equipment for daily appointments.
• Maintaining high standards of infection control, sterilisation and clinical hygiene.
• Supporting patients throughout their appointments and ensuring they feel comfortable and well cared for.
• Maintaining accurate patient records and assisting with general administrative duties when required.
• Working collaboratively with dentists and the wider team to ensure efficient daily operations.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Infection control

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting

Job description

Gorilla Jobs is representing a well-established dental centre in Ballarat seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to join their team. You will support daily clinical procedures and help maintain high standards of patient care in a modern, professional environment.

You will assist with a range of treatments, prepare rooms and equipment, and uphold infection control while delivering patient-focused service. This role offers growth within a collaborative dental team.