We are looking for 1-2 experienced dental assistants to join our practice in Redfern for anywhere between 2 and 5 days a week. We are about to lose a DA due to a move to the country . Applicants must be available on Mondays and Fridays with additional days during the week to be discussed

It is our priority to hire someone with relevant DA experience. Applicants without the relevant experience will not be considered for the role.

The role will mostly involve a mix of chair side assisting, lab work and steri. However, as a small practice the role will require someone who is flexible and willing/able to occasionally sub in at reception, and with other tasks around the practice.

Our ideal candidate is a person who:

Has at least 1 year experience in:

Customer/Patient facing roles

Chairside assistance during clinical procedures

Sterilisation of clinical instruments and infection control

Cleaning and preparing the surgery for dental treatments

CEREC familiarity a bonus or a desire to learn the workflow

iTero scanning familiarirty or a desire to learn the workflow

Have the following attributes:

A patient-oriented attitude, and willingness to help

Excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanour

An eye for detail and a commitment to providing the best possible service

The ability to work as part of a team

A desire to learn and develop

Fluent in English

On the job training will be provided for our practice management system (Praktika)

About Redfern Street Dental:

The practice is situated in a very central and convenient location, close to public transport, with plenty of on street parking close by, and great cafes and restaurants to visit during your breaks. The team is young, vibrant and very friendly.

We are a relatively new 2 chair practice in Redfern (since March 2022). A fully digital practice, with brand new equipment, including CEREC, iTero scanner, Aquacare Twin, composite warmers, SprintRay 3D Printer, rotary endo, Gemini laser, and OPG.

We pride ourselves on providing the highest level of patient care, creating an environment that is warm and inviting, and one which makes our patients enjoy their visit to their dentist. Most importantly, we have an amazing team that work well together within a supportive environment and are looking to build on the team by hiring additional people with similar values and ideals around patient care. We want you to love coming to work here.

How to apply:

Please email us with your CV if you would like to apply.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week

Schedule:

Day shift

Monday to Friday (note applicants must have availability to work on Mondays and Fridays)

Rotating roster

Weekend availability but not essential

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 24/02/2025