Dental Assistant

**DENTAL ASSISTANT Full time - Hawthorne Dental**

We are seeking a hardworking, reliable team player to join our dental team. Although experience is a bonus, for any enthusiastic and passionate newcomer to the dental industry, we can provide excellent on-board training and support as well as early career progression opportunities within the role.
- About Us:_

We are a busy, family owned, 3 surgery dental practice that offers exceptional and honest family dental treatment. We pride ourselves on a relaxed working environment that enables us to guarantee our patients are treated individually with care and empathy.
- About the Role:_
- A permanent full-time position available (can be made part-time for the right applicant)
- Responsibilities will include but are not limited to chair-side assisting and sterilisation
- If reception duties are your strong suit, we could cater the role to include these responsibilities as well.
- Part-time or full-time availability Monday to Friday (ideally not studying or planning to study)
- Live within a 5-10km radius of the practice
- Proven dental assistant experience (desired) however passionate newcomers welcome to apply
- Confidence and strong communication skills, with an outgoing personality
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively within a fast-paced environment
- A mature, reliable, and honest work ethic
- A team-oriented mindset, thriving in a close-knit group
- A polished, professional appearance
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with reception experience being a bonus
- EXACT, HICAPS and Medicare/DVA software knowledge (desirable but not essential)
- Job Perks:_

The practice is nestled in the leafy suburbs of Balmoral and provides easy access to the city and public transport.

While experience or a background in dental care is preferred, it is not essential, and training and support will be provided.

Staff are paid above award rates and annual performance appraisals are routinely conducted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $28.00 - $37.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Fixed shift

Supplementary Pay:

- Penalty rates
- Performance bonus

Application Question(s):

- Do you have part time or full time availability across 4-5days per week?
- Are you currently studying or planning to study?

**Experience**:

- Dental assistance: 1 year (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person