Trainee Dental Assistant — Flexible Hours & Training

Mornington Peninsula Dental Clinic; Mornington; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support to complete your Certificate 3

Hands-on training and mentoring from—?

Flexible hours

Dedicated sterilisation support

Modern nine-chair clinic

Job summary

Mornington Peninsula Dental Clinic in Mornington invites applications for a trainee dental assistant. If you already have chairside experience and want to complete your Certificate III with strong in-practice training, this is for you.

We will support your studies while you work alongside our experienced dental assistants, gaining real-world skills in general dentistry, infection control, and patient care. You’ll become an integral member of a friendly team.

Qualifications

• Chairside experience in dental settings required.
• Currently studying or ready to start Certificate III in Dental Assisting.
• Warm, caring nature and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside across a wide range of general dentistry.
• Set up surgeries and turning them around between patients.
• Infection control and sterilisation to a high standard.
• Help patients feel comfortable, informed and at ease.
• Keep clear and accurate clinical notes; assist with stock and reception coordination.

Skills

Chairside experience

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Tools

Sterilisation equipment

Job description

Mornington Peninsula Dental Clinic in Mornington invites applications for a trainee dental assistant. If you already have chairside experience and want to complete your Certificate III with strong in-practice training, this is for you.

We will support your studies while you work alongside our experienced dental assistants, gaining real-world skills in general dentistry, infection control, and patient care. You’ll become an integral member of a friendly team.