Dental Assistant/Receptionist - Dentalcare Mt Barker

1300SMILES Ltd; Mount Barker; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9‑day fortnight

On‑the‑job training

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Dentalcare Mount Barker is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our team. No dental experience required; keen to learn and build a career in a supportive practice.

You’ll support clinical and front-desk tasks, manage appointments, welcome patients, process payments, and help maintain infection control. This full-time role operates on a 9-day fortnight, offering hands-on learning across both areas and a good work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Is enthusiastic about starting a career in the dental industry.
• Is friendly, approachable and passionate about providing great patient care.
• Has strong communication and customer service skills.
• Is eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Is organised, reliable and able to multitask in a busy environment.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
• Has a positive attitude and is happy to help wherever needed.
• Previous customer service, administration, hospitality or healthcare experience but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting our dentists and clinical team during patient appointments.
• Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining infection control standards.
• Sterilisation and maintaining clinical compliance.
• Welcoming and supporting patients with a warm and professional approach.
• Managing patient appointments and recalls.
• Answering phone enquiries and providing excellent customer service.
• Processing payments and health fund claims.
• Supporting the team with day‑to‑day practice operations.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Eagerness to learn

Multitasking

Organisational skills

Job description

Company Description

Looking to get your foot in the door of the dental industry? Dentalcare Mount Barker is looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our team.

No previous dental experience is required. We’re looking for someone who is keen to learn, enjoys working with people and wants to build a career in a supportive practice environment.

This is a full-time position across a 9-day fortnight, giving you the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across both dental assisting and reception while enjoying a great work‑life balance.

Job Description

As a Dental Assistant/Receptionist, you’ll learn and support our team across both the clinical and front desk areas, including:

• Assisting our dentists and clinical team during patient appointments
• Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining infection control standards
• Sterilisation and maintaining clinical compliance
• Welcoming and supporting patients with a warm and professional approach
• Managing patient appointments and recalls
• Answering phone enquiries and providing excellent customer service
• Processing payments and health fund claims
• Supporting the team with day‑to‑day practice operations

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who:

• Is enthusiastic about starting a career in the dental industry
• Is friendly, approachable and passionate about providing great patient care
• Has strong communication and customer service skills
• Is eager to learn and develop new skills
• Is organised, reliable and able to multitask in a busy environment
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team
• Has a positive attitude and is happy to help wherever needed
• Previous customer service, administration, hospitality or healthcare experiencebut not essential

Additional Information

Why Join Dentalcare Mount Barker?

At Dentalcare Mount Barker, you’ll be joining a well‑established practice that has been part of the local Mount Barker community for decades. Our friendly and experienced team is committed to providing quality dental care while making every patient feel comfortable, welcomed and well cared for.

You’ll be part of a supportive team environment where people work together, share their knowledge and take pride in delivering a great patient experience. As part of the wider Abano Healthcare network, you’ll also have access to the support, resources and career opportunities that come with being part of a leading dental group.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• A well‑established practice with strong ties to the local community
• Opportunities to learn, develop and grow within the dental industry
• On‑the‑job training and ongoing support
• A patient‑focused workplace where your contribution makes a difference
• The benefits and career opportunities of being part of the widerAbano Healthcare network
• 9-day fortnight for a great work‑life balance

If you’re looking for an opportunity to join a friendly team and be part of a practice that genuinely cares about its patients and people, we’d love to hear from you.

Dentalcare Mount Barker is proudly a part of the Abano Healthcare Network.

At Abano Healthcare, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and respect individuals from all backgrounds and believe that diversity drives innovation and success. Join us as we create a culture of inclusion that celebrates unique perspectives and provides equal opportunities for all.