**Part time Dental Assistant for a Specialist Orthodontic Practice, Melbourne.**
Due to expansion, we are looking for a Dental Assistant working at our state of art orthodontic clinic in Northcote and Burwood, Melbourne.
**The core duties**:
- Clinical assisting
- Preparation of treatment rooms
- Disinfecting and sterilizing instruments
- Answering phone calls and management of appointment booking
- Some basic laboratory work
**What we are looking for**:
- Strong work ethic and commitment
- Good communication and interpersonal skill
- Effective team player
- Punctual and reliable
- Able to work from 8:15 am to 6 pm
- Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
- Close attention to detail
- Dental assisting experience and qualification are preferred but not necessary
- **No experience required but willing to learn**:
What we will provide:
- On job training
- Comfortable and friendly working environment
- Convenient locations
- Opportunities for continuing education and career development ( senior nurse or patient coordinator)
Thank you.
**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Casual, Apprenticeship
Part-time hours: 25-38 per week
**Salary**: From $25.00 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Northcote VIC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
**Experience**:
- Dental assistance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (preferred)