Dental Assistant

15 hours ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia The Good Dentist Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Are you the kind of Dental Assistant who loves making patients feel at ease the moment they walk in?

Do you thrive in a team that works hard, laughs often, and genuinely supports one another?

Are you ready to bring your skills, care and positive energy to a practice where you'll be valued, challenged and appreciated every day?

If you said yes to any of these, we invite you to explore an exciting opportunity with us as The Good Dentist's next Dental Assistant.

Who We're Looking For:
  • Proven Experience: You bring at least 2 years' experience as a dental assistant, demonstrating a strong foundation in clinical and patient care. You have a strong understanding of dental procedures and equipment enabling you to support a variety of practitioner's work styles efficiently and effectively. Experience with D4W is advantageous.
  • Integrity and Respect: You display a strong work ethic, and your interactions are marked by honesty, kindness, positive energy, integrity, and respect for both patients and team members.
  • Genuine Care for Patients: As a dental assistant, you are dedicated to delivering personalised care, making every patient feel genuinely comfortable and appreciated. We pride ourselves on treating our patients like friends, building trust and lasting relationships.
  • Exceptional Communication: You are an excellent communicator, able to clearly and effectively convey information to patients, clinicians, management and team members. Your active listening skills and approachable manner ensure patients feel heard and supported, while your ability to collaborate seamlessly with the team helps maintain a smooth and productive workflow.
  • Team Player: You work cohesively with colleagues, valuing each team member's contributions, and are dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for patients through mutual support and teamwork.
  • Proactive Problem Solver: You are proactive and resourceful, taking initiative to address challenges and improve efficiency. You display a strong ability to anticipate the needs of the dentist, ensuring a smooth and seamless workflow. You thrive on problem-solving and take pride in contributing to a well-organised and high-performance team.
A Day in the Life of a Dental Assistant at The Good Dentist:
  • Start your day strong by bringing your A-game to our morning huddle and gearing up for a productive and rewarding day.
  • Work hand-in-hand with a supportive and compassionate team to create an exceptional experience for every patient who walks through the door.
  • Showcase your skills by providing outstanding chairside assistance to clinicians, taking initiative, staying organised, processing x-rays, capturing photographs and taking thorough notes.
  • Stay on top of things by managing lab work, stock and instrument tracking to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Communicate seamlessly with the entire team to ensure clinical appointments run efficiently and effectively.
  • Be a welcoming presence by greeting patients warmly, building connections and making sure they feel at ease throughout their visit.
  • Collaborate in a high-energy environment with a passionate, respectful and fun team focused on delivering the best possible care and outcomes for every patient.
Why Us?
  • Employee Recognition & Reward Program: We value hard work and dedication, offering meaningful recognition through initiatives like Employee of the Month cash gift cards, monthly team lunches, and engaging team-building events. You'll also benefit from quarterly training, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and a supportive and fun family environment.
  • Dream Team: Picture a team that works hard, supports one another and genuinely enjoys what they do, while still knowing how to keep things fun. That's where we come in We're all about positivity, genuine kindness and creating a workplace where laughter is just as common as hard work.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the benefit of a role that respects your time—no weekend work required.
  • Opportunities for Growth and Upskilling: Whether refining your expertise or exploring new skills, we are committed to supporting you and help you grow to reach your full potential.

Your pay will be dependent on your previous work history, skills and knowledge.

Permanent or casual employment will be considered.

Days and hours will be discussed upon progressing to an in-person interview.

If you believe you're the perfect fit for our team and are excited to bring your energy, skills and passion to a workplace that values growth and collaboration, we can't wait to hear from you

Click the 'Apply Now' button to take the first step towards joining our amazing team.

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