Orthodontic Assistant

Straight Up Orthodontics; Nowra; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing team culture

Positive workplace

Above-award pay rates

Training and development

Work-life balance

Growing practice

Appreciation and recognition

Job summary

Straight Up Orthodontics is seeking a friendly Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. This part-time role involves assisting chairside with our specialist orthodontists and occasional reception duties, with travel between Nowra, Kiama and Ulladulla.

The practice operates Tuesday to Thursday with no weekend work, offering above-award pay and ongoing training in a supportive environment. A positive attitude and strong work ethic are highly valued as part of our culture.

Qualifications

• Attitude and enthusiasm are essential.
• Strong customer-service mindset is valued.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists chairside to deliver care.
• Create a welcoming experience for patients.
• Travel between Nowra, Kiama and Ulladulla locations as needed.
• Assist with reception duties when required.
• Support the clinical and administrative teams for smooth operations.
• Maintain clinical areas and infection control practices.

Job description

Orthodontic Assistant – Join Our Growing Team!

Nowra | Kiama | Ulladulla
Part-Time | No Weekends!

Great team culture. Supportive environment. A workplace where your attitude matters just as much as your skills!

At Straight Up Orthodontics, we're more than just an orthodontic practice – we're a team of passionate people who genuinely care about our patients, our colleagues and the work we do.

We are a growing, modern and progressive specialist orthodontic practice servicing the South Coast community across Nowra, Kiama and Ulladulla.

We're proud of the positive team culture we've built and the values we share. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating achievements, having a laugh along the way and creating an environment where everyone feels valued.

We're looking for the right person to join our team – someone with a great attitude, a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for helping others. We can teach you the skills, but we can't teach the right attitude!

About the Role

We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic and motivated Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team.

This is a part-time position, ideally Tuesday to Thursday, with some flexibility available for the right candidate.

You will primarily work chairside alongside our Specialist Orthodontists and clinical team, with occasional reception duties as required.

The role involves working across our Nowra, Kiama and Ulladulla locations, so the ability to travel between practices is essential.

Our practice operates Tuesday to Friday, approximately 8:00am–5:30pm, meaning no weekend work!

That's right – NO WEEKEND WORK!

What We Offer

• Amazing team culture – join a supportive, friendly and genuinely caring team where everyone helps each other succeed.

• A positive workplace – we value kindness, respect, teamwork and having fun while delivering outstanding patient care.

• Above-award pay rates – recognising the value our team members bring to the practice.

• Training and development – ongoing support, hands-on training and opportunities to develop your skills.

• Work-life balance – part-time hours, flexibility where possible and no weekend work.

• A growing practice – be part of an exciting, progressive business with opportunities to grow alongside us.

• Appreciation and recognition – your hard work, contribution and commitment won't go unnoticed!

What You'll Do

• Assist our Specialist Orthodontists chairside in delivering exceptional orthodontic care.

• Create a welcoming, comfortable and positive experience for every patient.

• Build genuine relationships with patients and their families throughout their orthodontic journey.

• Assist with sterilisation, infection control, laboratory duties and maintaining clinical areas.

• Support appointment scheduling and reception duties when required.

• Work collaboratively with our clinical and administrative teams to ensure the smooth running of the practice.

• Take initiative and contribute to a positive, organised and efficient working environment.

Who We're Looking For

For us, ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING!

While previous dental or orthodontic experience is highly regarded, we're ultimately looking for someone who shares our values and will be a great fit for our team.

Our ideal candidate is someone who:

• Has a positive, can-do attitude and brings enthusiasm to work each day.

• Is a genuine team player who is always willing to lend a hand, even when something isn't part of their usual duties.

• Is kind, caring and approachable, with a natural ability to make patients feel at ease.

• Takes initiative and can recognise what needs to be done without always being asked.

• Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in doing their job well.

• Is reliable, organised and adaptable, particularly in a busy clinical environment.

• Communicates confidently and respectfully with patients and colleagues.

• Is willing to learn and grow, embraces feedback and is open to new challenges.

• Brings positive energy to the workplace and contributes to our supportive team culture.

• Holds a current driver's licence and has reliable transport to travel between our practice locations.

We believe the right person can be trained in clinical skills, but kindness, initiative, reliability and a great attitude are what truly make someone an invaluable part of our team.