Casual Dental Assistant

1 day ago

Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia Banyule Community Health Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Join Our Growing Team at Holstep Health

  • Job Title: Dental Assistant
  • Location: West Heidelberg
  • Employment: Casual Position - Supportive team

Holstep Health is looking is for a vibrant, skilled and motivated Dental assistant to join our amazing Team.

What we offer:

  • Well established and accredited practice with the latest technology and equipment
  • Great career development opportunities
  • Casual position with possibility of permanent ongoing in future
  • Generous salary packaging
  • Available to work 5 days per week

Your new role:

The Dental Assistant is responsible for providing direct clinical support to Dental Officers by delivering high-quality chairside assistance and ensuring adherence to best practice infection control protocols. This includes active participation in sterilisation and instrument reprocessing activities as directed.

This role is integral to the effective functioning of the Dental Service, with key responsibilities spanning clinical assistance, infection control, and support of day-to-day operations. The incumbent is expected to maintain a high level of knowledge and competence as outlined in the "Responsibilities" section.

You will be responsible for:

  • Receive and prepare clients for dental treatment, ensuring comfort and efficiency while providing high-quality chairside assistance to Dental Officers.
  • Reprocess reusable instruments in compliance with AS-5369:2023 standards for reprocessing of reusable medical devices in health and non-health-related facilities.
  • Safe use and maintenance of dental equipment according to manufacturer's guidelines, advise Team Leader/ Dental Manager on the condition of dental equipment.
  • Assist with administrative tasks as required, contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of the dental clinic.
  • Participate in all mandatory training sessions to maintain and enhance professional skills and knowledge.

What you will need to succeed:

  • Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent
  • Relevant Dental Nursing experience and skills
  • Experience in working with people from culturally diverse backgrounds
  • Demonstrated ability to perform to the highest standards
  • Knowledge of infection control in dental clinic settings is essential
  • Ability to learn and operate new dental equipment e.g. electronic tracking systems, sterilisers, instrument washers, digital photography, and also, ability to learn to perform additional tests related to the usage of new equipment in the sterilisation room
  • Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team, reliability & punctuality
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
  • Highly developed time management and organisational skills

How to apply:

Please start by reviewing the attached position description. Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to Ivy Rangel at:

Applications close: 30/10/2025

Applications Close: 30 Oct 2025

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