Dental Assistant Traineeship

15 hours ago

Adelaide, South Australia Career Employment Group Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year

Career Employment Group Inc has multiple positions available for Dental Assistant Trainees to work with our valued Host Employers, with opportunities available in Newton (Adelaide) and Encounter Bay. These are part time positions.

As part of this opportunity, you will undertake a Certificate III in Dental Assisting, where you will gain practical knowledge and skills while earning a wage at the same time.

What does a Dental Assistant Trainee do?

As a Dental Assistant Trainee, you will learn to prepare patients for dental examinations and assistant dental practitioners, hygienists and therapists in providing care and treatment. You may also learn to undertake the following tasks:

  • greet patients and prepare them for treatment.
  • mix materials for fillings, and 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.
  • act as a receptionist for dental practitioners, perform billings and other clerical tasks as required.
Position Requirements
  • Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment medical.
  • Be willing to learn and be adaptable to changing work priorities.
  • Be able to manage time efficiently and work well under pressure.
  • Able to work a flexible working schedule.
  • Be committed to a long-term career in Dental Assisting.
Apply Now

Apply via SEEK or submit your resume and cover letter, specifying the location you are applying for, to Attention: Dental Assistant at

For any questions about this position, please contact the above email.

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