Paediatric Dental Nurse – Chairside & General Anaesthetic

Core Dental Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Dental Group is seeking a Paediatric Dental Nurse to provide chairside assistance across a range of paediatric treatments and support theatre lists under general anaesthetic. The role includes travel to multiple sites, home base in Berwick, and working with three paediatric specialists.

You'll join a warm, patient-focused team, uphold infection control standards, and contribute to ongoing training and professional development within the network.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting (or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a dental nurse, ideally in paediatric or specialist setting
• Experience assisting with treatment under general anaesthetic (highly regarded)
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to stay calm and efficient in a fast-paced environment
• A genuine passion for paediatric dentistry and a gentle, reassuring manner with children
• Flexibility to travel to five of our nine locations, with a current driver’s licence and reliable transport
• Current Working with Children Check, immunisation records
• Gain broad experience across chairside and GA treatment in multiple clinics
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive, friendly workplace culture
• Be part of a group that has career pathways across the network

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level four-handed chairside assistance across a full range of paediatric treatment, including restorative work, extractions, preventive care and behaviour management appointments
• Assist with dental treatment under general anaesthetic, including theatre setup, instrument preparation, patient flow and post-operative support on GA lists
• Work from our Berwick clinic and travel to our other locations as needed to support our three paediatric specialists across their sessions and GA lists
• Prepare and manage surgery setups so sessions run efficiently and on time
• Support children and families with warmth and patience before, during and after treatment.
• Maintain the highest standards of infection control, sterilisation and workplace safety
• Work harmoniously along all Paediatric specialists and train other Dental Assistants across the group.
• Work collaboratively with reception, clinical and hospital teams to ensure a seamless patient journey

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Patient-friendly communication

Flexibility to travel to multiple site

Education

Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting (or equivalent)

Tools

GA theatre setup

Sterilisation & infection control

Job description

Paediatric Dental Nurse – Chairside & General Anaesthetic

Encompasses seven bespoke practices across the suburbs of Melbourne. Now with over 40 dental suites equipped with the latest technology, Core Dental offers boutique dentistry of the highest quality. Visiting specialists lend extra support and there is a strong mentorship program across the group. Our clinicians are encouraged to perform the full scope of dentistry, including substantial Invisalign and CEREC treatments, and are comprehensively supported through internal CPD education.

All members ofour teamare handpicked for their caring attitude, competence and commitment to professional development. They practice in a warm, welcoming environment surrounded by a large group of likeminded peers. This professional support network is underwritten by a shared philosophy, centered around respect for the comfort of our patients.

You’ll work closely with our three paediatric specialists, supporting treatment both in the chair and under general anaesthetic. While your home base will be our Berwick clinic, you’ll also travel to work alongside our specialists at five of our nine locations. Our young patients range from toddlers to teens, many of them anxious or with additional needs. That means every appointment depends on a calm, efficient and well-prepared nurse who can keep things running smoothly while helping each child feel safe. This is a role for someone who takes pride in being one step ahead, whether that’s anticipating the dentist’s next instrument, preparing a GA list down to the last detail, or finding the right words to settle a nervous child.

What you’ll do

• Provide high-level four-handed chairside assistance across a full range of paediatric treatment, including restorative work, extractions, preventive care and behaviour management appointments
• Assist with dental treatment under general anaesthetic, including theatre setup, instrument preparation, patient flow and post-operative support on GA lists
• Work from our Berwick clinic and travel to our other locations as needed to support our three paediatric specialists across their sessions and GA lists
• Prepare and manage surgery setups so sessions run efficiently and on time
• Support children and families with warmth and patience before, during and after treatment.
• Maintain the highest standards of infection control, sterilisation and workplace safety
• Work harmoniously along all Paediatric specialists and train other Dental Assistants across the group.
• Work collaboratively with reception, clinical and hospital teams to ensure a seamless patient journey

What we’re looking for

• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting (or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a dental nurse, ideally in a paediatric or specialist setting
• Experience assisting with treatment under general anaesthetic (highly regarded)
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to stay calm and efficient in a fast-paced environment
• A genuine passion for paediatric dentistry and a gentle, reassuring manner with children
• Flexibility to travel to five of our nine locations, with a current driver’s licence and reliable transport
• Current Working with Children Check, immunisation records.
• Work alongside a dedicated team of three paediatric specialists at our locations in the South East - But pick your home base location!
• Gain broad experience across chairside and GA treatment in multiple clinics
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive, friendly workplace culture
• Be part of a group that has career pathways across the network

Prior dental experience is essential. Remuneration is negotiable and is based on experience within the industry. Thispositionholds the opportunity for futuregrowth and professional development.