Dental Assistant - South West Dental Services

South West Healthcare; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

South West Healthcare is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and create a positive patient experience while developing your skills in a supportive team environment.

This varied role includes travel to regional sites such as Camperdown, Hamilton and Portland, assisting dentists, preparing treatment rooms and upholding DHSV guidelines to deliver safe, high‑quality care.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality care are valued in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting, including clinical and reception duties.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality care.
• Understanding of dental procedures and public health principles.

Responsibilities

• Occasionally travel to regional sites including Camperdown, Hamilton, and Portland, offering variety and broader experience across the service.
• You will be part of a friendly, skilled team where your contribution is valued, and your work directly supports the oral health and wellbeing of the local community.
• Assist dentists during clinical procedures to deliver safe, high-quality care.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain clinical standards in line with Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) guidelines.

Skills

Dental assisting

Clinical duties

Reception duties

Job description

As a Dental Assistant with South West Healthcare, you will play a key role in supporting clinicians and creating a positive experience for every patient, while building your skills in a supportive team environment.

Key responsibilities

• In this varied role, you will: Occasionally travel to regional sites including Camperdown, Hamilton, and Portland, offering variety and broader experience across the service.
• You will be part of a friendly, skilled team where your contribution is valued, and your work directly supports the oral health and wellbeing of the local community.
• Assist dentists during clinical procedures to deliver safe, high-quality care.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain clinical standards in line with Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) guidelines.

What you need

• Experience in dental assisting, including clinical and reception duties.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality care.
• Understanding of dental procedures and public health principles.