Senior Dental AssistantAbout the role
As a Senior Dental Assistant, you will work closely with our dentists, Practice Manager and clinical team to deliver high-quality patient care while ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the clinical areas.
In this senior role, you will also support, train and mentor less-experienced Dental Assistants, helping them build confidence and capability in chairside assisting, sterilisation, infection control and clinical workflows.
You will lead by example, reinforcing the practice's systems, procedures and standards to ensure consistency across the team.
We are seeking an experienced Dental Assistant who is confident in their clinical skills, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and enjoys supporting the development of others.
Key responsibilities
Chairside assisting across a range of general and complex dental procedures
Supporting dentists during busy clinical sessions
Training, onboarding and mentoring less-experienced Dental Assistants
Providing guidance on chairside assisting, sterilisation, infection control and clinical workflows
Reinforcing and modelling the practice's procedures, systems and standards
Preparing and turning over treatment rooms efficiently
Maintaining sterilisation and infection-control standards
Ensuring clinical areas are clean, organised and well presented
Assisting with stock control, ordering and supply management
Supporting smooth day-to-day clinical operations




Identifying training or support needs within the team and escalating to the Practice Manager where appropriate
Raising operational, equipment or workflow issues with the Practice Manager
Delivering a welcoming, professional and positive patient experience
Supporting the wider team as required
About you
We are looking for someone who:
Has solid experience as a Dental Assistant
Is confident in chairside assisting across a range of procedures
Enjoys supporting, training and mentoring others
Leads by example and maintains high clinical and professional standards
Is reliable, punctual and hardworking
Is friendly, professional and well presented
Communicates clearly and respectfully with patients and team members
Is highly organised and able to work efficiently in a busy environment
Takes pride in maintaining a clean and well-run clinical space
Works well within established systems and procedures
Knows when to escalate issues appropriately to the Practice Manager
Is a positive team player who supports others when needed
Skills and experience
Previous Dental Assistant experience is essential
Experience in a Senior or Lead Dental Assistant role is highly regarded
Experience training or mentoring Dental Assistants is highly regarded




Experience across a broad range of dental procedures is advantageous
Experience with CEREC, digital dentistry, implants or surgical procedures is an advantage
Experience with Dental4Windows is desirable but not essential
Robust knowledge of infection control and sterilisation procedures is essential
Certificate III and/or IV in Dental Assisting is not essential
About us
Geelong Smile Studio is part of National Dental Care, one of Australia's largest dental service providers with a nationwide network of modern dental practices.
Our practice is equipped with advanced digital technology, including digital scanners, CBCT and CEREC.
As part of National Dental Care, our team benefits from ongoing training, career development and support from experienced dental professionals across Australia.
Benefits
Competitive remuneration based on experience
Senior role with leadership responsibility within the clinical team
Opportunity to train and mentor less-experienced Dental Assistants
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Supportive and welcoming team environment
Modern practice with advanced dental technology
Career growth within a leading national dental group
Access to professional development and networking across Australia
Application requirements
To apply for this position, please submit the following via SEEK:
A current resume
A cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role

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