Dental Assistant

About the role

As a Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting dentists to deliver high-quality patient carewhile ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the dental clinic. You will assist with clinicalprocedures, maintain infection control standards, prepare treatment rooms and equipment, andprovide exceptional service to patients throughout their visit.

Key responsibilities

• Welcome and assist patients before, during and after dental procedures, ensuring a professional and supportive experience
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials and equipment for routine and sterile surgical procedures
• Provide chairside assistance to dentists during a wide range of procedures, including surgical extractions and implant placements
• Casting of impressions and production of items including bleaching trays, splints, etc. using lab equipment and materials
• Operate suction equipment and anticipate the dentist's clinical requirements to ensure efficient treatment
• Clean, sterilise and maintain instruments and dental equipment in accordance with infection prevention and infection control standards
• Monitor, audit and maintain infection control procedures to ensure compliance with practice policies and relevant regulations
• Manage the ordering, stock control and storage of dental supplies and consumables whilst maintaining cost-effective inventory levels
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, servicing and cleaning schedules to ensure all clinical equipment remains operational
• Process dental radiographs and maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
• Provide patients with oral hygiene education and post-operative care instructions.
• Assist with appointment scheduling, reception duties, billing and other administrative tasks as required.
• Induct, train and support junior staff, ensuring adherence to practice policies, procedures and quality standards.

Qualification and Experience

• At least a relevant AQF Certificate III or higher qualification
• At least 1 year of demonstated work experience
• Strong communication and teamwork skills