Dental Assistant | Rye

Bupa; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join their friendly team. The role involves preparing patients for treatment, providing chairside assistance to Dentists, and maintaining infection control standards. Ideal candidates will have over one year of experience in Australia and a Certificate in Dental Assisting. This position emphasizes a supportive workplace culture and excellent customer service, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Health insurance discounts

Growth opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Dental Assistant in Australia.
• Motivated self-starter and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build rapport with patients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and facilities for dental treatment.
• Deliver quality chairside assistance to the Dentists.
• Maintain infection control standards and procedures.

Skills

Experience as a Dental Assistant

Exceptional communication skills

Customer service focus

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting

Job description

Why Bupa?

• Significant Bupa product and service discounts - up to 40% health insurance discount + much more.
• Over 160 practices Australia wide - Move with us!
• Growth opportunities such as our Future Leaders Program - accelerate your career with Bupa!
• Casual position in our modern Rye practice

About the Practice

Our Rye Family Dental Care practice is well known for its full range of dental services including restorative dental services, cosmetic dentistry and endodontics including clear aligners. We are a solid, stable team looking for an experienced Dental Assistant as we prepare for a significant growth in customer volumes. Team dynamic is incredibly important to us in our 3-chair practice. You can find out more about our practice here.

The Opportunity

• Modern dental practice with 3 chairs running a wide range of dental treatments
• Friendly, fun and dedicated team
• Convenient parking just around the corner and only a 3-minute walk to the nearest bus stop
• Maintain our amazing customer and team culture - providing continued excellent customer service to our patients
• Prepare patients & facilities for dental treatment
• Deliver quality chairside assistance to our Dentists
• Treatment coordination
• Provide instrument sterilisation
• Maintain infection control standards and procedures

You’ll be

• Ideally 1+ years’ experience working in Australia as a Dental Assistant
• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting highly regarded
• You’re a motivated self-starter, this is a fast paced and dynamic role
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Passionate about customer service and patient care
• Organised with attention to detail
• Ability to build rapport with patients, in a cheerful, light-hearted manner

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.

We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants.

We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.

Apply now, we'll be interviewing as soon as applications are received!