Shire Periodontics and Implant Institute – Miranda NSW

Dental Assistant – Experienced or Trainee/Junior

Part-Time/Full time | Miranda, NSW

Shire Periodontics is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant—or a motivated trainee/junior—to join our friendly, long-standing team in a contemporary, bright specialist clinic overlooking the Sutherland Shire.

Dental experience is preferred but not essential. We are happy to train the right candidate to become a skilled specialist chairside assistant. We are looking for someone committed to learning, contributing to the team and developing a rewarding long-term career with our practice.

About the role
Periodontal treatment and charting
Oral surgery
Implant surgery
Infection prevention and sterilisation procedures
Hands-on patient care

The work is engaging and varied, with exposure to a broad range of clinical and surgical procedures. Reception experience would also be highly regarded.

Working arrangements and remuneration

This position may be structured as either part-time, or close to full-time. Working arrangements, responsibilities and the scope of the role will be discussed with the successful candidate, taking into account their experience, capabilities,



availability and preferences for their ideal position.

There are no late-night shifts. The starting hourly rate will range from $28 to $45 per hour, depending on the successful candidate’s experience, qualifications and capabilities.

About you
Honest, reliable and trustworthy
Friendly, enthusiastic and eager to learn
Highly attentive to detail
Clinically motivated and comfortable interacting with patients
Empathetic and focused on patient comfort
Positive, professional and able to work well within a team

Highly regarded
Previous experience in periodontics
A strong understanding and application of infection control protocols
The initiative to work both independently and collaboratively
Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting
Previous reception experience

We offer a professional, supportive and welcoming environment, with a team whose members have been with the practice for many years. For the right person, we will provide guidance and training towards a rewarding career in specialist dental assisting.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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📌 Dental Chairside Assistant Sutherland Shire Council
🏢 Shire Periodontics and Implant Institute
📍 Sutherland Shire Council