Dental Assistant (Periodontics Specialist Practice) - TownsvilleAre you a highly organised and detail-oriented individual looking for a rewarding role in specialist dentistry?
Join our highly regarded Periodontics practice in Currajong, Townsville, where we focus entirely on delivering a high level of patient care.
This is a superb opportunity to work with high-tech equipment in a modern, fully computerised environment, supporting a dedicated high energy specialist team.
The Opportunity & Advantages
Work/Life Balance: A guaranteed 4-day work week (33.5 hours).
No late nights and no weekend work.
Compensation: Above-award wages offered.
Growth: Opportunity for more hours once job competence is achieved.
Team Environment: Join our vibrant, enthusiastic, and fun team committed to specialist care.
Training Provided: Full on-the-job training will be provided, making prior specialist experience highly regarded but not essential.
Your Role & ResponsibilitiesThis role primarily involves clinical assisting, with occasional support for front desk duties.
Key duties
Clinical Assisting - Working as a team with the periodontist or hyvienist to perform a wide variety of technical periodontal procedures in surgery.
Patient Care - Delivering outstanding customer service and specialist care to all patients.
Answering patient queries and organising appointments (phone/in-person).
Explaining treatment plans.
Administrative Support - Proof-reading and editing referral letters.
Liaising with referring general dental practices.
Performing general administration and clerical duties.
Practice Management - Managing stores and inventory.
✅ Essential Skills & AttributesWe are looking for a candidate who is committed to excellence and has a genuine 'Can Do' attitude.
You must possess:
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Digital Literacy: High level of computer literacy and excellent administrative skills.
Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail is essential for both clinical and administrative tasks.
Professionalism: Immaculate presentation and a friendly manner.
Organisation: Exceptional organisation, prioritising, and multi-tasking skills.
Customer Service: Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to deal professionally with all personality types.
How to ApplyInterested applicants must email a cover letter and resume with references to: ******
Please Note: Only resumes accompanied by a cover letter will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.