Trainee Dental Assistant Greenhills

Pacific Smiles Group; Cessnock; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Certificate III

Above‑award pay + penalties

4 weeks annual leave

Wellbeing days

Gym discounts

Fruit delivered weekly

Dental product discounts

Mentorship culture

Job summary

Pacific Smiles Group's Greenhills centre in NSW is hiring a Dental Assistant Trainee for a paid 12-month program. You’ll gain hands-on clinical experience, complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Dental Assisting, and earn a full-time income while you learn.

Join a leading brand with nationwide centres, mentorship, and career development. The role is hands-on, fast-paced, and focused on patient care, hygiene, and support for reception tasks, with the potential for ongoing employment

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in healthcare and helping others.
• Comfort in a clinical environment.
• Ability to multitask and follow instructions.
• Friendly attitude and strong communication skills.
• Full-time availability for 12-month traineeship.
• Proof of Hepatitis B immunity prior to starting.
• Bonus: retail/reception/hospitality experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentists with a wide range of procedures.
• Keep the clinical space clean and safe.
• Deliver caring service to patients.
• Support reception with bookings, payments, and records.
• Be part of a high-energy team with varied days.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Follow instructions

Friendly attitude

Full-time availability

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Job description

Kickstart Your Career in Dental with a Paid Traineeship!

Join Pacific Smiles Greenhills | Full-Time | Earn While You Learn!

Ready to get hands-on in a clinical role, build in-demand skills, and grow a career with real impact? Join Australia’s largest branded dental network as a Dental Assistant Trainee and step into a bright future in healthcare!

This paid, 12-month traineeship is your gateway to a nationally recognised Certificate III in Dental Assisting —with full support, training, and a team that truly wants to see you succeed.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Earn while you learn – Full-time income during your traineeship
• Gain a formal qualification in Dental Assisting
• Enjoy varying Monday to Friday hours, with one Saturday shift a month and one late finish per week (until 8pm) - higher weekend rates apply!
• Ongoing career development and high chance of ongoing employment
• Be part of a supportive, fun team that values your growth
• Work for a leading brand with centres all across Australia

Your Role at a Glance

• Assist Dentists with a wide range of procedures – you’ll be right in the action
• Keep our clinical space sparkling clean and safe
• Deliver caring service to every patient
• Support reception with bookings, payments, and patient records
• Be part of a high-energy team where no two days are the same!

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine interest in healthcare and helping others
• Comfort working in a clinical environment (yes, there’ll be mouths and fluids!)
• Ability to multitask and follow instructions
• A friendly attitude and strong communication skills
• Full-time availability for the 12-month traineeship
• Proof of Hepatitis B immunity (or willingness to obtain this prior to starting)
• Bonus points for previous retail, reception, or hospitality experience!

Perks & Benefits

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting (fully funded!)
• Stability, above-award pay + penalty rates
• 4 weeks annual leave + 2 additional wellbeing days
• Corporate gym membership discounts
• Fresh fruit delivered weekly to every centre
• Discounts on dental products
• A supportive, values-driven culture with mentorship and recognition

At Pacific Smiles , we Unify, Adapt, and Play to Win and we’re ready to welcome YOU to our team at Greenhills. If you’re ready to start your healthcare journey and make a real difference in people’s lives, this is your moment.

Please Note : To work in Dental in QLD, you are required to hold a Blue Card for paid employment (at no cost to you). You can discuss this further with us during an interview if you have any concerns.