HCF Dental is seeking a dedicated and professional Dental Assistant to join our team at our Burwood Dental Centre. This is a fantastic full‐time opportunity for someone passionate about delivering exceptional clinical support and maintaining a welcoming, efficient environment for patients and team members.
As a Dental Assistant you will work alongside our dentists and Practice Manager to ensure high‐quality patient care, compliance with our Dental Quality Management System and the smooth running of day‐to‐day operations.
Please note this is a full time permanent position.
You will work 40 hours per week at our Burwood Dental Centre.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide clinical assistance to dentists ensuring patient comfort and efficiency throughout their visit.
* Maintain a clean, safe and organised clinical environment in accordance with HCF policies and procedures.
* Support the Practice Manager and Dentist in Charge promoting teamwork and smooth dental centre operations.
* Monitor patient day sheets, prepare patient lists and accommodate emergencies where possible.
* Coordinate patient flow including escorting, settling and preparing patients for treatment.
* Assist with chair‐side duties: instrument and material set‐up, procedure support, mixing materials, data entry and radiograph development.
* Uphold infection control standards, manage surgery change‐over and cleaning, and perform equipment and stock maintenance.
* Process and sterilise instruments, maintain stock levels and validate sterilisation cycles.
* Report any fraudulent behaviour or activity as required.
* Comply with Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, policies and procedures. Report hazards, near misses and injuries promptly.
* Participate in meetings, training and health and safety activities.
Key Performance Areas
* Efficient management of handpieces, stock and materials.
* Satisfactory assistance and competency in all dental assistant duties.
* Teamwork and cooperation, including flexibility for additional tasks.
* Good communication, punctuality and attendance.
* Commitment to learning and adherence to infection prevention, WHS and PPE standards.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Essential:
* Previous dental knowledge and experience.
* Neat appearance and sound personal hygiene.
* High level of confidentiality, tact and diplomacy.
* Initiative and common sense in daily tasks.
* Basic computer literacy.
Desirable:
* Reception experience or willingness to be cross‐trained.
* Qualifications in radiography, sterilising and/or first aid.
* Certificate III in Dental Assisting.
About HCF
At HCF our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we've been putting our members and their health first. As Australia's largest not‐for‐profit health fund we cover 2 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high‐quality and member‐centric. We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
Culture & Benefits
Purpose‐driven passion – We're united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high‐quality and member‐focused.
Wellness and work‐life balance – We empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal well‐being journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
* Flexible working arrangements.
* 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover.
* Family‐friendly certified employer.
* 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents.
* Mental health and wellbeing programs including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more.
* Discounts on HCF's products including life, pet and travel insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eye‐care products.
Collaboration and inclusivity – We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio‐economic status.
Continuous learning and growth – We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next Steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process please reach out to Talent Acquisition to discuss.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience as at HCF we review applications as they are submitted and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.
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