Dental Implant & Surgical Assistant

FOX Dental Implant Centres Melbourne; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Training & progression

Modern facilities

Job summary

Given Smile and FOX Implant Centres is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our Paddington practice. The role focuses on chairside support during surgical and restorative procedures, room setup, sterilisation, and patient care within a busy clinical environment.

Ideal candidates will have solid communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting while upholding high infection control standards and collaborative care with clinicians and nurses.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant is preferred.
• Experience assisting with dental implant surgery and full-arch rehabilitation is desirable.
• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of sterilisation and infection control protocols.
• Excellent communication and patient care.
• Ability to work in surgical and restorative settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during surgical, implant and restorative dental procedures
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms before procedures
• Clean, disinfect and sterilise dental instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control guidelines
• Maintain high standards of sterilisation, infection control and clinical hygiene
• Assist clinicians with surgical procedures and general dental treatments
• Support patients throughout their appointments, ensuring they feel comfortable and well informed
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, materials and equipment
• Assist with clinical stock management and ordering of dental supplies
• Ensure treatment rooms are maintained to a high standard and ready for each patient
• Work collaboratively with clinicians, nurses and the wider team
• Follow clinical protocols, workplace procedures and safety requirements
• Contribute positively to the culture and success of the practice

Education

Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting

Job description

Given Smile and FOX Implant Centres is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our Paddington practice. The role focuses on chairside support during surgical and restorative procedures, room setup, sterilisation, and patient care within a busy clinical environment.

Ideal candidates will have solid communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting while upholding high infection control standards and collaborative care with clinicians and nurses.