Dental Assistant | Noosaville

Bupa Dental; Noosa Shire; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Discounts

Tech perks

Lifestyle perks

Job summary

Bupa Dental in Noosa Shire is seeking a Casual Dental Assistant to support delivery of safe, high-quality care. You will assist with clinical procedures, maintain infection control, and ensure rooms and equipment are prepared for patient care.

Experience in dental assisting is preferred, with Certificate III highly regarded. The workplace emphasises a patient-focused approach in a high-volume practice that values teamwork and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting is preferred; Certificate III is highly regarded.
• Chair-side assistance with instruments, suction, mixing materials, assisting with X-rays.
• Strong infection control knowledge and WHS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical procedures and ensure patient care readiness.
• Maintain infection control standards and sterilise equipment.
• Keep treatment rooms clean, organised and ready for patients.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

Infection control

Patient communication

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Tools

Dental instruments

X-ray handling

Job description

Employment Type

Casual

Working Hours

Traditional Adhoc Casual

At Bupa, purpose meets possible. Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, more personal and more human.

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people tolive longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is changing, and so are we. We’re investing in more clinics, better systems and smarter, more connected ways to help our customers. As we continue to expand our services and invest in innovation, you’ll help create a healthcare system that meets people where they are, responds to what they need and leaves them better than before.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility.

Just imagine the impact you could make.

The purpose of this job is…

To support the delivery of safe, high-quality dental care and positive patient outcomes. The Dental Assistant assists with clinical procedures, maintains infection control standards, ensures equipment is properly sterilised, and keeps treatment rooms clean, organised, and ready for patient care.

What you’ll need to make it possible:

• Experience in Dental is a must or a Certificate III in Dental Assisting is highly regarded; however, we encourage all candidates with a genuine passion for a career in dental assisting to apply.
• Demonstrated chair-side assistance skills, including instrument handling, suction, mixing materials, assisting with X-rays, and sound knowledge of dental instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of infection control, with the ability to clean, prepare, and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment in line with BDC procedures and WHS requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm, patient-focused approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, modern, high-volume dental practice while contributing positively to a supportive team culture.

As part of the application process, you may be invited to complete a short online interview powered by AI. This takes around 30 minutes and helps us gain a deeper understanding of your experience and strengths.

Why you’ll love it?

• A people-first culture that supports your health, happiness, and wellbeing.
• Career growth opportunities through ongoing learning and internal pathways.
• Exclusive benefits and discounts, including health insurance, tech, fitness, and lifestyle perks.
• A workplace that recognises, rewards, and celebrates your success.

For successful candidates, a Working with Children Check permit is required as part of our mandatory background check screening process.

Here at Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are committed to building diverse teams that are reflective of the communities we serve and fostering a fair and inclusive workplace free from discrimination, bullying and harassment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants and are dedicated to removing barriers to participation.