Junior Sterilisation Assistant/Dental Assistant

Cotton Tree Dental; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotton Tree Dental in Maroochydore is opening a brand-new aesthetic dental clinic and seeks a Junior Sterilisation Assistant. No experience needed; you will learn infection control and dental assisting, with a clear training program and progression to chairside work as you gain skills. 30–38 hours per week, starting ASAP.

You’ll join a caring, patient-focused team in a luxe clinic near the beach, with ongoing training and a supportive culture that values warmth and professionalism.

Qualifications

• No experience required; full training provided.
• Interest in healthcare and patient care.
• Immunisations including Hepatitis B, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Clean, package, sterilise and track instruments to infection control standards.
• Operate sterilisation equipment and maintain records.
• Set up and decontaminate surgeries between patients.
• Keep sterilisation room and clinical areas clean and organised.
• Assist dentists chairside with procedures and patient care.

Skills

Kind heart

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Team player

Job description

Are you dreaming of a first job you’ll actually love getting out of bed for? Something very exciting is happening at Cotton Tree Dental. We’re about to unveil our brand new, aesthetic dental clinic, opening Monday 23 November, and we’d love you to be part of it.

This role is made for someone just starting out. Whether you’ve just finished school, are looking for your first real career move, or simply know you want to work with people in healthcare, you don’t need any experience. You just need a kind heart, a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. We’ll teach you everything else.

You’ll start as our Junior Sterilisation Assistant, learning the foundations of infection control and how a high-end dental practice runs. Once you’ve found your feet, you’ll transition into chairside dental assisting shortly after, with our team supporting you and teaching you every step of the way. 30-38 hours per week, starting ASAP.

A Little About Us

Lots of people feel nervous about visiting the dentist, and caring for our anxious patients is at the heart of everything we do. A gentle voice, a warm smile and a little patience can completely change someone’s day. If you’re the kind of person who notices when someone is nervous and naturally wants to put them at ease, you’ll fit right in. Our new space has been lovingly designed to feel calm, elevated and luxurious for every patient (and every team member!).

What Makes This Role Special

A Career Pathway You Can See:

You’ll begin in sterilisation, then move into dental assisting shortly after, building real skills and confidence at every step.

We’ll Never Throw You In The Deep End:

You’ll be guided, supported and encouraged from your very first day with a clear training program.

A Dreamy Brand-New Clinic:

Designer interiors, soft calming tones and state-of-the-art equipment. It’s the kind of space that makes coming to work feel like a treat.

We Work Hard And Play Hard:

Our days are busy and we all work hard, so we make sure to celebrate together too, with quarterly team functions that are always a highlight.

Where You’ll Start:

• Clean, package, sterilise and track instruments to our high infection control standards
• Run and monitormsterilisation equipment, and keep accurate records
• Set up and decontaminate surgeries between patients
• Keep the sterilisation room and clinical areas sparkling, stocked and organised
• Offer refreshments to our patients while they wait for their treatment
• Assist our dentists chairside with procedures and patient care
• Be a calm, reassuring presence for patients who are feeling nervous
• Prepare surgeries, instruments and materials for each appointment

Who We’re Looking For:

• A kind, gentle and patient nature, especially with people who are anxious
• A hard worker who gives every task their best, even on the busiest days
• Someone with high expectations of themselves and holds themselves to a very high standard
• A warm, bubbly personality and a friendly smile
• Someone who wants a career in dental, not just a job
• Organised, reliable and happy on your feet in a busy clinic
• Eager to learn and excited to grow with us
• Current immunisations, including Hepatitis B, or willing to obtain

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• A stunning, luxe clinic you’ll be proud to work in, right across the road from the beach
• Ongoing training with monthly staff training sessions
• Quarterly team functions, because a team that works this hard deserves to have fun together
• A genuine long-term opportunity to build a career you love, with plenty of room to progress

Ready to sparkle in a brand new clinic?

If you’re caring, motivated and want to be part of a team that values kindness, professionalism and people, we’d love to meet you. No experience needed, just bring your warmth and we’ll take care of the rest.