Senior Dental Assistant

12 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Private Advertiser Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

This role is suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, values structure, and is motivated by growth and feedback. We're seeking a resilient person who wants to be great — someone who welcomes on-the-go training and coaching as part of their development, and who can adapt confidently to new challenges as our new practice grows.


The Role

This is a hybrid role combining dental assisting and reception/coordination responsibilities. You'll begin with training at our established cosmetic dental practice before becoming the face of our new clinic.

You'll play an active part in both clinical and administrative operations — supporting dentists chairside while also managing front-office duties, patient communication, and day-to-day organisation. You'll take direction from our directors and senior team to ensure the clinic reflects our mission, values, and patient experience style, while still allowing you to express your professional strengths.

You'll also assist with community and business-to-business outreach to help build awareness and local relationships as the new practice grows.

In this role you will:

  • Provide chairside assistance in cosmetic, orthodontic, implant, and sedation procedures.
  • Manage sterilisation and infection control with precision.
  • Coordinate appointments, patient follow-ups, and treatment plans.
  • Handle reception duties, including phone communication, patient check-ins, and payments.
  • Oversee daily operations and assist with stock control.
  • Contribute to in-house lab work such as retainers, bleaching trays, and occlusal splints (training provided).

About You

The right candidate will be:

  • Resilient & adaptable – thrives in a changing, fast-paced environment.
  • Receptive to feedback – sees coaching as a chance to grow, not criticism.
  • Experienced & capable – ideally with senior dental assisting, reception, or coordination experience. Australian experience desirable but not essential.
  • Organised & dependable – able to manage multiple tasks with calm professionalism.
  • Confident communicator – skilled at supporting patients and maintaining a professional tone.
  • Technically curious – interested in hands-on lab work and advanced cosmetic procedures.
  • Qualified – a dental assisting diploma (or equivalent) is highly regarded;

Growth & Progression

This role is more than just assisting — it's an opportunity to help establish and shape the success of our new cosmetic practice. For the right person who demonstrates reliability, leadership, and initiative, there is scope to progress into a senior or management-level position as the clinic grows.


About Us

We are a cosmetic dental practice with two modern clinics in South and South-East Sydney, both with parking and excellent public transport access. Our focus includes cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, implants, and care for anxious patients through our calming, spa-like experience and use of IV sedation.

We proudly care for a diverse and friendly patient base — including a strong Irish community — creating a welcoming environment where our team and patients feel right at home.


Apply Now

If you're looking for a role that challenges you, helps you grow, and allows you to take ownership in a new and expanding practice, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply by submitting your CV and cover letter below.

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