Overview
Dental Assistant – Join the Caring Team at Arnold Street Dental
Are you passionate about helping people look and feel their best? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on role where teamwork and patient care are top priorities? Arnold Street Dental is looking for dedicated Dental Assistants to join our growing practice—and this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
At Arnold Street Dental we’re committed to providing exceptional care in a welcoming and supportive environment. We empower our patients to make informed choices about their dental health while striving to make every visit a positive experience. Our close-knit team values collaboration, professional growth, and a positive attitude. We’re also growing rapidly, which means opportunities for career development and potential profit-sharing are available for all team members. If you’re looking for more than just a job and want to build a fulfilling career, we’d love to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Patient Care Excellence: Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after their procedures, answering questions and offering reassurance.
- Chairside Support: Assist dentists during a variety of procedures, ensuring tools and materials are always ready for smooth, efficient appointments.
- Sterilisation & Safety: Keep equipment and instruments meticulously clean and organized, following strict infection control protocols.
- Treatment Preparation: Set up treatment rooms for procedures, review patient charts, and assist in taking X-rays or impressions when needed.
- Record Management: Accurately document patient information, procedures, and treatment plans in our system.
Qualifications
- Compassion & Empathy: Patients look to you for support and reassurance, and you know how to make them feel at ease.
- Team Player Mentality: You’re ready to collaborate and jump in to help wherever needed.
- Strong Organizational Skills: You stay on top of your tasks, keep track of details, and maintain a tidy, efficient workspace.
- Technical Know-How: Whether you’re taking X-rays or managing instruments, you’re comfortable with the technical aspects of dental assisting.
- Adaptability: You’re proactive and can handle last-minute changes or unexpected challenges with ease.
Why join Arnold Street Dental?
Flexible Schedules: Work a schedule that fits your life. Shifts are available in the mornings (8 am–2:30 pm) or afternoons (11 am–6:00 pm) 5 days a week or full days (8am-6pm), 4 days a week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, with either Thursday or Friday.
What You’ll Need to Apply
- Previous experience as a Dental Assistant (preferred but not required—we’re happy to train the right person!)
- Proficiency with computers and familiarity with dental software (helpful but not required)
- A friendly, professional demeanour with a solid work ethic
- A commitment to reliability and punctuality
Availability for the full advertised hours. This is not a casual hours role.
How to Apply
We value attention to detail and a great sense of fun, so when you apply, include your favourite ice cream flavour in your cover letter! This helps us see your attention to detail and ability to follow instructions (plus, who doesn’t love a ice cream flavour?). Also please let us know if it the early starting time (8am) or later starting (11am) or all day position you are applying for
If you’re ready to join a team that’s passionate about patient care, professional growth, and working together to create a positive setting, we’d love to hear from you! Email
Application questions
1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
2. How many years\' experience do you have as a dental nurse or assistant?
3. Have you completed a qualification in dental assisting?
4. Do you have customer service experience?
5. How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
6. Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
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