* Dental Assistant-Receptionists | Bupa Dental Southland, located within Westfield Cheltenham
* Exciting new practice opening in May 2026! Successful candidates will onboard as soon as possible to allow ample time for training and preparation, ensuring a smooth start and setting you up for success before our go live.
* Employment Type: Full Time (38 hours) and Part Time (18 hours)
The purpose of the Dental Assistant role is to support the delivery of safe clinical care and procedures and contribute to achieving patient care goals in dental health. This role ensures that all equipment and supplies adhere to infection control standards, including the sterilisation and processing of dental equipment and the treatment rooms are maintained in a safe and organised manner.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
* Ideally 12 months' experience working as a Dental Assistant in Australia
* Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting highly regarded
* Provide chair‐side assistance for dental professionals providing dental treatment including usage of suction, passing instruments and materials, mixing techniques, assist in x‐rays procedures and knowledge of instrumentation.
* Clean and prepare the treatment room, dental instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control standards and BDC procedures;
* Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken to ensure high quality, safe services and workplace.
* Is responsible for work performed with a medium level of accountability or discretion
* Assist with the management of appointment schedules including booking, cancellation, rebooking and confirming appointments as required.
Benefits
* We support our people to be the healthiest and happiest versions of themselves.
* With access to continuous learning, development programs, and internal career pathways, you'll be supported to grow your career and take the next step with confidence.
* Our employees can access a wide range of benefits: from our own products (incl. health insurance discounts) to many other products and services via our partnerships program (like Apple, Samsung, JB Hi‐Fi, plus gym and spa discounts to name a few). We reward our people and celebrate their success, provide initiatives that develop careers and look after our people's health, wellbeing, and futures.
At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.
We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants.
We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you'd like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.
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