Senior Dental Assistant – Lead & Elevate Our Clinical Team in Richmond (Victoria Gardens)

The Role – Senior Dental Assistant
We’re looking for a Senior Dental Assistant who is ready to take the lead.

This role is ideal for someone with experience who’s ready to step into more responsibility and help shape the overall team’s success.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Overseeing the smooth daily operations of the clinical area & supporting the reception and administration area.

Managing clinical stock, ordering, and inventory control

Supporting and mentoring dental assistants and new team members

Upskilling the team and driving a strong training culture

Identifying opportunities to improve clinical workflows and assisting dentists to become more efficient

Leading by example in patient care, infection control, and clinical excellence

You’ll play a hands-on role, both in the clinic and behind the scenes, and have a direct impact on the patient and team experience.

We’re looking for someone who is:

Highly experienced in chairside assisting (minimum 2-3 years)

Confident managing stock and clinical protocols

A natural leader with a supportive, can-do attitude

Passionate about mentoring others and improving team performance

Detail-oriented and organised

Always looking for ways to improve systems and outcomes

About Us
At Dental One, our core values – Unity, Trustworthiness, Cooperation and Excellence – are the foundation of everything we do. We’re more than a dental practice; we’re a team driven by purpose.

We value every team member’s impact and genuinely believe in growing together. Our mission is to provide affordable, high-quality dental care in a kind and respectful environment. We’re here to change the perception of dentistry and build lasting trust with our patients.

With clinics across Melbourne – including Templestowe, Richmond, Epping, Craigieburn, Reservoir, Essendon, South Yarra, Bayswater and Caroline Springs – we’re growing fast and always seeking passionate people to grow with us.

The Perks

Employee discounts & salary sacrificing options

End-of-year bonuses

Training and development days

Opportunities to move into clinical leadership, training, operations or beyond

Team building days, lunches, snacks and celebrations

A strong internal promotion culture – we grow our leaders from within

If you’re ready to lead, support your team, and be a part of something bigger – we’d love to hear from you.