Specialist Endodontist Practice with state of the art specialist practice on Canning Highway, Applecross. The practice is limited to Endodontics and primarily referral based. It is a brilliant opportunity for the right candidates who want to improve their skillset, grow professionally and be a part of a specialist team with expansive roles in the future.
Primary role as dental assistant and secondary admin and reception duties. Must be willing to learn and train in new specialist patient management software and advanced 4 handed dentistry skills. 100% clinical work performed under an operating microscope.
Position is open for both part time or full time ( 4 days a week: Monday to Thursday or Friday with a day off mid week).
Qualifications & experience
- Higher School Certificate or equivalent
- Certificate 3 and or 4 in dental assisting essential or currently training/past experience in assisting or dental background.
Tasks & responsibilities
- Greet patients and prepare them for scheduled dental procedures;
- Provide assistance to the Specialist dentist throughout the course of procedures including advanced skills in 4 handed dentistry in passing instruments, materials etc (training will be provided), use of dental materials and their prep, operating suction or other appropriate equipment.
- Prepare the treatment room as directed by the dental operator and ensure correct instruments and materials are available for use;
- Clean and sterilize the instruments prior to and after treatment;
- Clean the surgery and treatment room in accordance with the practice's policies and procedures,
including decontamination procedures for infection control;
- Provide the practice with administrative assistance, including the maintenance and re-stock of dental and office supplies;
- Prepare accounts and collect payments in accordance with the practice's policies and procedures;
- Schedule appointments for patients and maintain detailed records of patient's treatments; and
Undertake limited reception and customer service duties, including, but not limited to answering the telephone and carrying out general office duties like stock taking and ordering Materials regularly.
Benefits
- Chance to be a part of a specialist practice and learn advanced microscope based dental assisting skills.
- You may have the opportunity to establish and provided input towards the growth and development of the practice and help establish a strong culture for team work and professional growth.
- Free parking available at the premises.
- Participation in some new exciting projects and endeavours being undertaken by the practice.