Dental Assistant Salamander Bay

Pacific Smiles Group; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Casual loading

Weekend penalties

Job summary

Pacific Smiles Group’s Salamander Bay clinic is seeking a Dental Assistant to join on a casual basis. The role offers variety in a modern 4-chair practice, delivering general dentistry, implants and extractions, with a supportive team environment and flexible weekday availability.

We offer above award wages with casual loading and weekend rate premiums, plus on-site parking at Salamander Bay Square. You’ll cover chair-side, sterilisation and reception tasks while delivering excellent patient

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dental Assistant across chair-side, sterilisation and/or reception is preferred.
• Strong understanding of sterilisation and infection control protocols.
• Caring, team-focused approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist chair-side during general dentistry, implants and extractions.
• Perform sterilisation and infection control procedures.
• Support reception duties as needed and ensure patient comfort.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Chair-side support

Sterilisation

Job description

Salamander Bay

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

Bring your dental skills to a supportive, efficient team

Casual opportunity

Our Opportunity

We’re on the lookout for a Dental Assistant to join our Salamander Bay centre on a casual basis in a role that offers variety backed by a supportive team environment.

Our modern 4-chair practice delivers general dentistry, dental implants and surgical extractions, and you’ll be joining a team that knows how to strike a great balance, blending dedication with a laugh, all while delivering exceptional patient care.

• Minimum of 2 weekdays’ availability required
• Available for weekend work on a rotational basis (higher hourly rates apply!)
• Located in Salamander Bay Square, near Woolworths, with free parking available at the shopping centre car park and easy access from all entrances
• 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 Dental Assistant across chair-side, sterilisation and/or reception is preferred
• Strong understanding of 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.