About Us
The friendly team at Alice Springs Family Dental is passionate about delivering excellent customer service to our patients, to assist in ensuring better outcomes for their dental health.
At Alice Springs Family Dental, the team aim to provide preventative check-ups and cleans to patients, to avoid the need for costly, invasive treatment over time.
However, when the need arises, our capable team can address any problems using more complex procedures including cosmetic dentistry, crowns, bridges or implants.
We also provide children’s dentistry services at our practice, and we strive to create a fun and calming atmosphere during appointments to assist younger patients in forming good dental habits into the future.
About the Role
Alice Springs Family Dental is looking for a dedicated and friendly Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist the dentist in all aspects of patient care, maintain a clean and organised workspace, and ensure a comfortable experience for patients.
While experience is preferred a traineeship or secondary school student may be considered for the right person. The successful candidate will be well groomed, passionate, organised, a clear communicator, with and outgoing proactive attitude. Some dental knowledge is preferred, but not essential.
The successful candidate for this role will need to be flexible, with a strong work ethic and enjoy working within a team environment.
What We Offer
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during procedures, including handing instruments and suctioning.
- Prepare and sterilise dental instruments and equipment.
- Maintain accurate patient records and update charts.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Ensure the treatment room is clean and ready for each patient.
- Handle appointment scheduling and patient inquiries as needed.
Skills & Experience
About You:
- Professional personal presentation
- Exceptional Customer Service and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability and willingness to learn
- Care and Empathy toward people
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Ability to work autonomously and part of a team
- Have a current Working with Children Check
- Up to date immunisation record
If you are passionate about patient care and are committed to working in a professional dental practice, we would like to hear from you.
How to Apply
Does this role sound like the right fit for you?
Email your cover letter and CV to Katherine, or drop into our clinic 3/8 Gregory Terrace, Alice Springs