Dental Assisting Trainee
7 hours ago
Are you ready to kick-start your dental career with an incredible opportunity? Look no further East Coast Apprenticeships is offering a **part**-**time Dental Assistant Traineeship (16-20 hours per week)** that will set you on the path to success. Work alongside skilled professionals, receive top-notch training, and become a valued member of the dental profession.
No experience? No problem We provide comprehensive on-the-job training, ensuring you gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel.
**What does a Dental Assistant do?**
Dental Assistant’s are an integral part of the team at any Dental office.
A Dental Assistant works closely with patients and colleagues everyday and strives towards providing a positive experience for all. As a Trainee Dental Assistant, you’ll study dentistry techniques and perform general office duties, including a range of patient care and laboratory duties
- You will be working and studying a Certificate III in Dental Assisting
- If successful, you will be gaining experience in the workplace with one of our host employers.
- Traineeship duration: 12 months
- (Important - if you have completed a Certificate III or higher since leaving school you may not be eligible for this traineeship)_
**Duties may include but not limited to**:
- Greet patients and prepare them for treatment
- Mix materials for fillings; sterilise and prepare instruments
- Arrange and hand instruments, medication and dental materials to practitioners
- Prepare dental materials and develop x-rays
- Use suction devices and water sprays
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment
- May advise patients on dental health education and post-operative care
- May act as receptionist for dental practitioners, perform billing and other clerical tasks.
- Maintaining high standards of infection control
- Any other tasks requested by the host employer
**Applicants will ideally meet the following criteria**:
- Be eligible to complete a traineeship
- Be well presented, enthusiastic, reliable and punctual
- Be motivated with a positive attitude
- Must have strong attention to detail & good dexterity skills
- High level of personal presentation
- Great listening abilities & compassionate nature
**Benefits**
- East Coast Apprenticeships Field Officer assigned for support during the traineeship
- Gaining a Certificate III in Dental Assisting qualification whilst being paid on the job
- Genuine support for your personal wellbeing including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Modern Award rates apply
- Access the PACT Calculator via Fairwork Website to help you understand your hourly rate.
**Please note**:
Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a visa that allows them to work in Australia.
**Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview**
**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Apprenticeship
**Salary**: $13.24 - $20.54 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Shift work
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
-
Trainee Dental Assistant
2 days ago
Gold Coast, Australia Praxis Dental Full timeExciting opportunity for a Trainee Dental Assistant in Pacific Pines! We are seeking an enthusiastic trainee dental assistant to join our team. We are looking for a friendly, eager to learn person who is able to take directions and willing to help out as a part of hard working team. No dental experience required. We will train you in chair-side assisting,...
-
Dental Assisting Trainee
2 weeks ago
Sunshine Coast, Australia East Coast Apprenticeships Full timeAre you ready to kick-start your dental career with an incredible opportunity? Look no further! East Coast Apprenticeships is offering a **part**-**time Dental Assistant Traineeship (16-20 hours per week)** that will set you on the path to success. Work alongside skilled professionals, receive top-notch training, and become a valued member of the dental...
-
Trainee Dental Assistant
6 days ago
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia Bupa Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per yearJoin our team as a Trainee Dental Assistant – no experience neededHave you ever considered a career as a Dental Assistant? Bupa Dental Gold Coast region is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our vibrant team on a trainee program. Comprehensive accredited training provided, making this an exciting opportunity for anyone eager to start a new...
-
Trainee Dental Assistant
1 week ago
Gold Coast, Australia Bupa Full time**Looking for a new career change in Dental?**Launch Your Dream Career in 2025!** **Join our team as a Trainee Dental Assistant - no experience needed!** Have you ever considered a career as a Dental Assistant? Our Bupa Dental Gold Coast practices are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our vibrant team on a trainee program. Comprehensive...
-
Gold Coast City, Australia Bupaoptical Full timeJoin our team as a Trainee Dental Assistant – no experience needed! Have you ever considered a career as a Dental Assistant? Bupa Dental Gold Coast region is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our vibrant team on a trainee program. Comprehensive accredited training provided, making this an exciting opportunity for anyone eager to start a new...
-
Dental Assistant/receptionist
2 weeks ago
Sunshine Coast, Australia Moviliti Dental Care Full timeMoviliti Dental is looking for a dynamic Clinical Assistant/ Dental Assistant for our Caloundra office. At Moviliti you become part of the supportive, loyal and collaborative team. Some of ourTeam members have been with us over 10 years. As we grow, we are looking for a Clinical Assistant who shares our core values of compassion, care, respect, honesty and...
-
Dental Assistant/receptionist
1 week ago
Sunshine Coast, Australia Moviliti Dental Care Full timeMoviliti Dental is looking for a dynamic Clinical Assistant/ Dental Assistant for our Caloundra office. At Moviliti you become part of the supportive, loyal and collaborative team. Some of ourTeam members have been with us over 10 years. As we grow, we are looking for a Clinical Assistant who shares our core values of compassion, care, respect, honesty and...
-
Receptionist/Dental Assistant
4 days ago
Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia Golden Beach Dental Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per yearCompany DescriptionGolden Beach Dental is a well-established medical practice company based in Suite 3/6 Park Place, Golden Beach, Caloundra, Australia. Operating in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, our practice is dedicated to providing top-notch dental care to our community. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered approach and professional service.Role...
-
Dental Assistant
4 days ago
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia Dental Boutique Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per yearAt Dental Boutique, we don't just create smiles – we transform lives. As a multi-award-winning cosmetic dental brand, we're known across Australia and New Zealand for delivering exceptional, natural-looking smile makeovers backed by cutting-edge technology and five-star service.What Sets Us Apart? Our ValuesWe Care and Respect – our patients, our people,...
-
Passionate Dental Assistants
2 days ago
Gold Coast, Australia Attention To Dental Full timeJoin Our Premium Dental Assistant Team in the Gold Coast Are you a skilled Dental Assistant looking for flexibility, top-notch compensation, and a workplace that truly values your expertise? Look no further! At Attention To Dental, we're not just another temping agency - we're a premium service founded and owned by a dental professional with over 30 years...