Senior Dental Assistant: Lead Patient Care & Clinic Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Professional development and training

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Staff benefits and wellbeing programs

Education and continuing education

Job summary

Diamond Dental in Wantirna South, Victoria is seeking an experienced Senior Dental Assistant to join as a full-time team leader. You will provide chairside support, prepare rooms, manage records, and assist with radiography while maintaining the highest infection control standards.

You will play a leadership role within the practice, supporting the clinical team and ensuring efficient operations across all treatment areas.

Qualifications

• Dentistry experience with chairside support across procedures.
• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, materials and instruments.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Strong infection control practices and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance across restorative, preventive and cosmetic treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain infection control standards.
• Manage patient records, scheduling and clinical documentation.
• Assist with radiography and adhere to radiation safety protocols.
• Support patients and provide post-treatment care instructions.
• Maintain stock, ordering supplies and supporting reception duties as needed.
• Contribute to clinic administration and lead junior team members when required.
• Stay up to date with best practice in dental assisting.

Skills

Chairside support

Dental terminology

Organisational skills

Communication

Patient-centred care

Leadership capability

Empathy

Infection control

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Tools

Radiography equipment operation

Sterilisation equipment

Job description

Diamond Dental in Wantirna South, Victoria is seeking an experienced Senior Dental Assistant to join as a full-time team leader. You will provide chairside support, prepare rooms, manage records, and assist with radiography while maintaining the highest infection control standards.

You will play a leadership role within the practice, supporting the clinical team and ensuring efficient operations across all treatment areas.