Dental Assistant/Receptionist Cheltenham

Pacific Smiles Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Job summary

Pacific Smiles Group is hiring a Dental Assistant/Receptionist for our Cheltenham centre. This full-time role covers chair-side assistance, reception duties, and sterilisation, with weekend work and late Thursday closings required.

The modern, 3-chair practice delivers general, cosmetic and children's dentistry with emergency slots, supported by a friendly team. The role emphasizes patient care, reliability, and a welcoming demeanour, with above‑award wages and corporate fitness perks.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dental Assistant across chair-side, sterilisation and reception; reception experience highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of sterilisation and infection control protocols.
• A caring, team-focused approach to patient care.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a desire for high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists across chair-side procedures in a general/cosmetic practice.
• Manage sterilisation and infection control procedures.
• Support reception duties including patient check-in and appointment scheduling.
• Contribute to a positive, patient‑focused clinic environment.

Skills

Dental Assistant

Reception experience

Sterilisation & infection control

Job description

CheltenhamAbove award wages + higher weekend rates + gym membership perks!Bring your reception and/or dental skills to our friendly, modern centre Full-time | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (late close) & SaturdayOur OpportunityWe're looking for an experienced Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our Cheltenham centre on a full-time basis, with reception experience highly regarded.Our modern 3-chair practice offers a full range of general, cosmetic and children's dental services, including daily emergency appointments, and you'll be joining an experienced team dedicated to supporting patients in a warm, welcoming setting.Availability across Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday with a late close on Thursdays, is essentialWeekend work is required - higher hourly weekend rates apply!Handy Westfield Southland location on Level 2, right by MyHealth Medical Centre, with the Tennyson Street car park getting you in the door with easeSupportive Centre Leader and loyal, growing patient baseWhat We OfferWe support your success with the right people, tools, and training – and you’ll enjoy a range of benefits:Above award wages, penalty rates and corporate fitness perksFlexible roles to suit your availabilityLearning and development opportunities to grow your careerOn-the-job coaching and recognition programsJob security within a rapidly growing organisationA positive, team-driven cultureOur True PurposeAs one of Australia’s largest corporate dental networks, we are focused on improving the oral health of ALL Australians to the world’s best. As one team, we strive to deliver a perfect patient experience and outstanding support for our dentists – and we’d love to welcome you aboard.Your Skills and AttributesAbove all, you're friendly, enthusiastic, and dedicated, with the ability to build rapport quickly. You’ll also bring:Experience as a Dental Assistant across chair-side, sterilisation and reception, with reception experience highly regardedStrong understanding of sterilisation and infection control protocolsA caring, team-focused approach to patient careReliability, punctuality, and a desire for high standardsNOTE: We are always reviewing applications and hiring for talent across our centres. Apply anytime – we’ll do our best to match you with a role that fits!Please Note : To work in Dental in QLD, you are required to hold a Blue Card for paid employment (at no cost to you). You can discuss this further with us during an interview if you have any concerns.Not the right fit for you? Set up email alerts as new job postings become available or put through an expression of interest and we will contact you when a position that fits what you're looking for opens up!