Senior Dental Assistant | Gladstone QLD
Lead from the chair. Join an established, modern dental practice where your experience is genuinely valued.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Dental Assistant to join a well-established private dental practice in Gladstone, Queensland.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident Senior Dental Assistant who enjoys being hands-on clinically, supporting dentists, helping develop the wider team and playing an important role in delivering an outstanding patient experience.
Why consider this opportunity?
Established and highly regarded Gladstone dental practice
Modern clinical environment with a broad range of treatments
Strong, supportive and experienced clinical team
Opportunity to take on greater responsibility within the practice
Exposure to general, cosmetic and restorative dentistry
Work alongside experienced dentists and oral health professionals
Stable Monday-Friday working environment
Opportunity to build a long-term career within an established organisation
Excellent salary package based on experience
About the role
As the Senior Dental Assistant, you will be an integral part of the clinical team, providing high-level chairside assistance while helping ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing high-quality four-handed chairside assistance
Supporting dentists across a broad range of procedures
Preparing surgeries and maintaining excellent infection-control standards
Sterilisation and instrument management




Maintaining clinical and patient documentation
Supporting the wider dental assisting team
Helping mentor and develop junior Dental Assistants
Assisting with stock control and clinical supplies
Ensuring treatment rooms are prepared and maintained to a high standard
Contributing to an exceptional patient experience
Assisting with the smooth running of the clinical floor
About you
We're looking for someone who is more than just an experienced Dental Assistant — we're looking for someone who is ready to step up and take ownership.
You will ideally have:
3+ years' dental assisting experience
Previous experience in a senior or team-leading capacity
Robust four-handed dentistry skills
Excellent knowledge of infection control and sterilisation
Confidence assisting across a range of dental procedures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
A professional and patient-focused approach
The ability to support and mentor other team members
A genuine passion for dentistry and patient care
The opportunity
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Dental Assistant who is looking for more responsibility, greater ownership and the opportunity to progress their career within an established practice.
If you're currently a Senior Dental Assistant, experienced Dental Assistant, we'd love to hear from you.
Location:
Gladstone, QLD
Position:
Senior Dental Assistant
Employment:
Full-time
Salary:
Competitive, based on experience
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