Our specialist paediatric dental practice (Children's Dental Specialist Sydney) in Epping is looking for an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our team. We are looking for someone who wants to become part of a growing practice, enjoys working with children, is a good communicator and be willing to adapt and work in different clinical environments. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing direct chairside assistance, helping make our patients feel welcome and comfortable, stock maintenance and instrument sterilisation.
The role will be part time starting with two days per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There will be plenty of scope for more days after you commence.
Remuneration will be well above award rate and based on experience as well as suitability for the role.
Our practice aims to provide a positive dental experience to children aged 0 to 18 years. We strive to create a fun, welcoming and nurturing environment for our patients and their families by providing a very high level of dental care and outstanding customer service.
Our ideal applicant has the following qualities / qualifications:
- Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with both children and adults
- Knowledge of dental software and general computer skills
- Friendly, calm and caring nature with a strong teamwork ethic
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to different clinical situations
- Enjoys working with children
- A high level of attention to detail
- Be self-motivated, showing initiative and determination to improve the practice
- Valid driving licence
- Valid Working with Children Check (we can help you with this)
Experience working in a specialist practice is preferred, however, we are willing to train you if you have the right attitude to work hard and learn.
**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16-24 per week
**Salary**: $25.00 - $36.00 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Current guidelines mandate that all hospital healthcare staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Given part of your role will be assisting dental procedures in a day hospital facility, it is essential that the successful applicant be fully vaccinated.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Epping, NSW: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
**Education**:
- Certificate I - IV (preferred)
**Experience**:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (preferred)
**Language**:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)