Dental Assistant — Patient Care & Clinical Support

Woonona Dental; Woonona; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Positive workplace culture

Professional development

Job summary

Woonona Dental is seeking a passionate and experienced Dental Assistant to join our team, supporting dentists and hygienists to deliver exceptional patient care in a friendly, professional environment.

You will assist with procedures, manage records, maintain infection control, and contribute to a smooth patient journey from reception to checkout. If you value teamwork and high standards, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting qualification preferred but not essential.
• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant with knowledge of dental procedures and equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to infection control.

Responsibilities

• Clinical support — Assisting the dentist during procedures, passing instruments, mixing materials, and maintaining a sterile treatment area.
• Patient care — Greeting and welcoming patients, helping them feel comfortable, and addressing questions or concerns.
• Record management — Maintaining accurate patient records and updating information in the practice management system.
• Infection control — Carrying out sterilisation and infection-control procedures to high standards.
• Stock management — Ordering and restocking dental supplies as required.
• Customer service — Providing exceptional service and supporting patients throughout their visit.
• Reception support — Assisting the reception team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Dental assisting

Patient care

Infection control

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Dental assisting qualification

Job description

Woonona Dental is seeking a passionate and experienced Dental Assistant to join our team, supporting dentists and hygienists to deliver exceptional patient care in a friendly, professional environment.

You will assist with procedures, manage records, maintain infection control, and contribute to a smooth patient journey from reception to checkout. If you value teamwork and high standards, we'd love to hear from you.