Dental Chairside Assistant & Front Desk (9-Day Fortnight)

1300SMILES Ltd; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

No weekend work

Career development

Supportive team

Public transport access

Job summary

Maven Dental Burnside, part of Abano Healthcare, is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant/Receptionist to support a growing practice in Burnside Village.

This predominantly chairside role includes occasional reception duties; training will be provided for reception tasks. You’ll work closely with dentists and front office, with a 9-day fortnight and no weekend work, and access to professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant and/or a Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or higher).
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilisation protocols.
• Confidence using dental practice management software (desirable).
• A warm, welcoming manner that puts patients at ease.
• Clear and professional communication with patients and the team.
• Reception experience is advantageous but not essential, as training can be provided.
• WWCC or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance and exceptional patient care
• Preparing treatment rooms and sterilising instruments in line with infection control standards
• Welcoming patients and managing check-in and check-out processes
• Scheduling appointments and recalls and managing phone enquiries
• Processing payments, HICAPS claims and health fund enquiries
• Maintaining accurate patient records and billing information
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice

Skills

Chairside assistance

Infection control

Communication

Reception experience

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Maven Dental Burnside, part of Abano Healthcare, is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant/Receptionist to support a growing practice in Burnside Village.

This predominantly chairside role includes occasional reception duties; training will be provided for reception tasks. You’ll work closely with dentists and front office, with a 9-day fortnight and no weekend work, and access to professional development opportunities.