Local Dental Assistant - Close to Home, Supportive Team

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

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.