Dental Assistant | Work Close to Home | Werribee VIC

Gorilla Jobs; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Convenient local location

Friendly team

Varied daily procedures

Supportive clinic culture

Quality patient care

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is seeking a Dental Assistant for a welcoming clinic in Werribee, just outside Melbourne. The role supports dentists, prepares surgeries and instruments, and ensures smooth daily appointments while keeping patients comfortable.

You'll join a collaborative clinical team focused on quality care and positive patient experiences, with opportunities to contribute to infection control, admin tasks, and a varied daily schedule in a convenient suburban location.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in dental assisting is preferred.
• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting is highly regarded.
• Friendly, approachable and patient-focused personality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of dental infection control procedures.
• Reliable, adaptable and team-oriented attitude.
• Genuine passion for providing quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance to dentists during routine and restorative dental treatments.
• Preparing dental surgeries, equipment and instruments before appointments.
• Supporting procedures including general examinations, fillings, extractions, crowns and preventative treatments.
• Ensuring patients feel relaxed and comfortable during visits.
• Maintaining infection control and sterilisation standards.
• Assisting with clinical administration and patient records when required.
• Working collaboratively with dentists and other team members.

Skills

Friendly personality

Communication skills

Team oriented

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Reliable & adaptable

Patient care focus

Infection control

Education

Dental Assisting Cert (III/IV)

Job description

Dental Assistant | Work Close to Home | Werribee VIC

Looking for a rewarding Dental Assistant position without the long commute into Melbourne's CBD?

Our client is an established dental clinic in Werribee, providing quality dental services to the local community in a professional and welcoming setting.

With a strong focus on patient relationships and creating a positive workplace, our client is looking for a friendly and reliable Dental Assistant who values teamwork, enjoys helping others and wants to work closer to home.

About the Position This is an excellent opportunity for a Dental Assistant seeking a rewarding position in a convenient suburban location.

You will become part of a supportive clinical team, helping deliver excellent patient experiences while ensuring the smooth running of daily dental appointments.

Your day-to‑day responsibilities will include:

• Providing chairside assistance to dentists during routine and restorative dental treatments.
• Preparing dental surgeries, equipment and instruments before appointments.
• Supporting procedures including general examinations, fillings, extractions, crowns and preventative treatments.
• Ensuring patients feel relaxed and comfortable during their visits.
• Maintaining excellent infection control and sterilisation standards.
• Assisting with clinical administration and patient records when required.
• Working collaboratively with dentists and other team members.

About the Company

Looking for a rewarding Dental Assistant position without the long commute into Melbourne's CBD?

Our client is an established dental clinic in Werribee, providing quality dental services to the local community in a professional and welcoming setting.

With a strong focus on patient relationships and creating a positive workplace, our client is looking for a friendly and reliable Dental Assistant who values teamwork, enjoys helping others and wants to work closer to home.

About the Position This is an excellent opportunity for a Dental Assistant seeking a rewarding position in a convenient suburban location.

You will become part of a supportive clinical team, helping deliver excellent patient experiences while ensuring the smooth running of daily dental appointments.

Your day-to‑day responsibilities will include:

• Providing chairside assistance to dentists during routine and restorative dental treatments.
• Preparing dental surgeries, equipment and instruments before appointments.
• Supporting procedures including general examinations, fillings, extractions, crowns and preventative treatments.
• Ensuring patients feel relaxed and comfortable during their visits.
• Maintaining excellent infection control and sterilisation standards.
• Assisting with clinical administration and patient records when required.
• Working collaboratively with dentists and other team members.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in dental assisting is preferred.
• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting is highly regarded.
• Friendly, approachable and patient‑focused personality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of dental infection control procedures.
• A reliable, adaptable and team‑oriented attitude.
• Genuine passion for providing quality patient care.

On Offer

• Convenient Local Location: Work in Werribee without the need to commute into central Melbourne.
• Welcoming Team: Enjoy a friendly workplace where teamwork and positive relationships are valued.
• Rewarding Patient Interaction: Build connections with local patients while supporting their oral health.
• Clinical Variety: Stay engaged with a diverse range of everyday dental procedures.
• Professional Environment: Work within an established clinic focused on high-quality care.
• Community Connection: Enjoy working in one of Melbourne's growing residential communities.

Why Werribee?

Werribee offers the convenience of suburban living with access to Melbourne's CBD, local shopping centres, schools, parks and recreation facilities.

With attractions such as Werribee Open Range Zoo, Werribee Park and nearby coastal destinations, the area offers plenty to explore outside working hours.

For Dental Assistants living in Melbourne's western suburbs, this opportunity could mean spending less time commuting and more time enjoying life outside work.

If you're looking for a local dental assisting opportunity where you can make a real difference, this could be the ideal next move.