Casuarina Square Dental Care
Our busy practice is seeking an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our friendly team in Darwin, in the delivery of optimal dental care for our patients. Casuarina Square Dental Care is a modern, purpose built multi-chair surgery equipped with intra-oral cameras, CBCT, Cerec and laboratory facilities.
The position is full-time and the successful candidate must:
-Present with professional attitude and appearance
-Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
-Be willing to work as part of a team
-Possess a Certificate III Dental Assisting qualification, equivalent or above
-Have at least 3 years on the job experience
-Possess sound working knowledge of implant and /or orthodontic procedures and systems
-The successful applicant would be confident to act as a team trainer within our team and have the ability to multitask in the areas of reception, sterilisation and stock control
Job description
* To provide clinical chairside assistance to dentists and other treating oral health practitioner
* Maintaining a professional approach to work through the provision of quality patient service
* To prepare, maintain and manage the dental facility for patient reception
* To prepare and provide equipment, dental materials and instruments for each patient according to the dental treatment plan
* Sterilisation and maintenance of dental instruments and equipment
* To develop radiographs
* To ensure storage, packaging and collection of infectious waste, sharps and other wastes in accordance with the Infection Control Policy
* To practice effective infection control procedures
* Other duties as directed
Salary is above award rates - $65,000-$75,000 annual salary. Remuneration will accordingly reflect the qualification and experience of the successful applicant
Conditions will be according to the Health Professionals and Support Staff Award 2020
Applications to by 17th March 2026
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Professional development assistance
Experience:
* Dental assistance: 3 years (Required)
Language:
* English (Required)
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person