Dental Assistant/Receptionist Penrith

Pacific Smiles Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Smiles Group in Penrith is seeking a warm, customer-focused Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our casual team. The role covers chair-side support, reception duties, and patient care across a busy 8-chair practice open seven days.

You’ll work a mix of weekday and weekend shifts, with late closes and higher weekend rates; training is provided, and you’ll be part of a supportive, fast-paced team focused on delivering exceptional patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Medical Receptionist, or as a Dental Assistant across chair-side, sterilisation and reception, is essential.

Responsibilities

• General reception duties, including processing payments and managing appointments, working independently and as part of the team.
• Willingness to learn sterilisation and reprocessing of reusable medical devices, with training provided.
• Close to public transport, with parking available nearby.
• Supportive Centre Leader and growing patient base.

Skills

Dental Assistant Experience

Receptionist Experience

Sterilisation & Infection Control

Job description

Penrith

Above award wages + casual loading + higher hourly weekend rates!

Bring your reception and/or dental skills to a fun, friendly team

Casual opportunity | Weekday and weekend shifts, including late closes

Our Opportunity

We’re on the lookout for a warm, customer-focused experienced Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our Penrith centre on a casual basis.

Our busy 8-chair practice operates 7 days a week delivering general dentistry, dental implants, surgical extractions and orthodontics, and you’ll be joining a close-knit team with a great sense of humour who enjoy working together while providing exceptional patient care every day.

• Available across a variety of weekday shifts, including late closes (8pm) on Wednesdays and Thursdays
• Weekend availability is essential - higher hourly rates apply!
• General reception duties, including processing payments and managing appointments, working independently and as part of the team
• Willingness to learn sterilisation and reprocessing of reusable medical devices, with training provided
• Close to public transport, with parking available nearby
• Supportive Centre Leader and growing patient base

What We Offer

We support your success with the right people, tools, and training - and you’ll enjoy a range of benefits:

• Above award wages, casual loading and penalty rates
• Flexible roles to suit your availability
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• On-job coaching and recognition programs
• Job security within a rapidly growing organisation
• A positive, team-driven culture

Our True Purpose

As 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 Attributes

Above all, you’re friendly, enthusiastic, and dedicated, with the ability to build rapport quickly. You’ll also bring:

• Experience as a Medical Receptionist, or as a Dental Assistant across chair-side, sterilisation and reception, is essential
• Strong organisational skills, with experience managing patient appointments
• A willingness to learn sterilisation and infection control protocols
• A caring, team-focused approach to patient care
• Reliability, punctuality, and a desire for high standards

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.