Part-Time Dental Assistant in Cairns — Grow Your Skills

1300SMILES Ltd; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

1300SMILES Cairns Central is seeking an experienced part-time Dental Assistant in Cairns to provide chairside support and help keep appointments running smoothly.

You will prepare treatment rooms, instruments and equipment, sterilise in line with infection control requirements, and assist with a wide range of treatments including general, preventative and cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics and extractions while supporting a calm and welcoming patient experience.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting, or equivalent experience
• Sound knowledge of sterilisation and infection control procedures
• Familiarity with dental terminology, procedures and practice software
• A calm and friendly approach when working with patients
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• The ability to work efficiently in a busy clinical environment
• A reliable, team-focused approach and clear communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance across a range of dental procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and equipment
• Clean, sterilise and maintain instruments in line with infection control requirements
• Keep clinical areas clean, organised and well stocked
• Support dentists and the wider clinical team during appointments
• Help patients feel comfortable and at ease throughout their visit
• Assist with the smooth day-to-day running of the clinical area

Skills

Calm and friendly approach

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Clear communication

Team-focused

Patient comfort

Education

Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting

Two years' dental assisting experience

Tools

Dental practice software

Infection control knowledge

Job description

1300SMILES Cairns Central is seeking an experienced part-time Dental Assistant in Cairns to provide chairside support and help keep appointments running smoothly.

You will prepare treatment rooms, instruments and equipment, sterilise in line with infection control requirements, and assist with a wide range of treatments including general, preventative and cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics and extractions while supporting a calm and welcoming patient experience.