Dental Assistant - Surgical & Implant Specialist Support (Full-Time)

Abano Healthcare Group; North Canberra; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Abano Uni Online

Employee Assistance Program

Medibank discount

Referral program

Flare Benefits app

Job summary

Capital Periodontics and Implants, part of the Abano Healthcare network, is recruiting a full-time Dental Assistant to join a specialist team in Canberra. This chairside role supports periodontists and implant procedures in a busy surgical setting.

Ideal candidates have a Certificate III in Dental Assisting and a background in dental implants or related specialties. The role offers Monday–Friday hours with ongoing training and career development within a supportive practice.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dental Assistant with chairside support.
• Specialist experience in periodontal/implant care is highly regarded.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support during periodontal, implant and grafting procedures.
• Prepare surgical set-ups and maintain a sterile field.
• Sterilise and reprocess instruments according to infection control standards.
• Keep patients informed and calm before, during and after procedures.
• Coordinate with referring practices and maintain accurate notes in the software.

Skills

Chairside support

Surgical assistance

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Job description

Capital Periodontics and Implants, part of the Abano Healthcare network, is recruiting a full-time Dental Assistant to join a specialist team in Canberra. This chairside role supports periodontists and implant procedures in a busy surgical setting.

Ideal candidates have a Certificate III in Dental Assisting and a background in dental implants or related specialties. The role offers Monday–Friday hours with ongoing training and career development within a supportive practice.