Dental Assistant & Receptionist — Patient-Focused, Full-Time

Jetty Dental; Coffs Harbour City Council; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Jetty Dental in Coffs Harbour is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our busy practice. Hours are Monday to Friday 8am-5pm with no weekends. You will handle front desk duties, sterilisation, scheduling, and payments using HICAPS while maintaining a patient‑centred approach.

We value a reliable, team‑oriented professional who can learn quickly and support both clinicians and patients in a friendly environment. Training will be provided and a positive attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV would be highly regarded but not essential.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Highly motivated with a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
• Reliable and hardworking.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Implement infection control and sterilisation procedures.
• Stock control.
• Provide excellent patient care and empathy to anxious patients.
• Record treatment notes in patient records.
• Booking and scheduling appointments.
• Processing payments using HICAPS.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Team player

Reliable and hardworking

Time management

Education

Certificate III or IV in dental assisting

Tools

HICAPS

Job description

Jetty Dental in Coffs Harbour is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our busy practice. Hours are Monday to Friday 8am-5pm with no weekends. You will handle front desk duties, sterilisation, scheduling, and payments using HICAPS while maintaining a patient‑centred approach.

We value a reliable, team‑oriented professional who can learn quickly and support both clinicians and patients in a friendly environment. Training will be provided and a positive attitude is essential.