Job Title Dental Assistant

Job Status Active

Starting Date Aug/Sept 2025

Location Yarrawonga & Fannie Bay, Northern Territory, Australia

Job Category Dental Health

Position Type Full-time

Education N/A

Experience Salary Up to $75k

Description

Are you looking for a change? Do you enjoy working in a cohesive, high-performing team?

Our close-knit team at Darwin Smiles is looking forward to meeting our next team members! Our practice is growing at both of our locations, and it's time to expand!

Are you currently a Dental Nurse who is ready to progress in your career?

Are you looking for growth in your field through additional training?

Are you self-motivated and driven for excellence?

This is a fantastic opportunity for you!

We are a warm, friendly, fast-paced, hard-working group looking for additional team members to complete us. This position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with optional and occasional Saturday mornings.

To succeed in this role, your key qualities should be the following:

have substantive experience working in a dental clinic

highly organised

ability to work independently with limited guidance

attention to detail

ability to work in a fast-paced environment

ability to multi-task

excellent troubleshooting skills

consistently friendly approach

neatly presented

(Desirable) experience with Core Practice Software

Tasks & responsibilities

● Assist the dentist during dental procedures

● Prepare the treatment room for patient appointments

● Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment

● Take and develop dental x-rays

● Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care

● Schedule patient appointments and manage patient records

● Order and maintain dental supplies inventory

● Assist with front office duties such as answering phones and greeting patients

● Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring and trimming models

● Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment

Get in touch with us and find out more!