Job Description

Queensland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (QOMS) is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our specialist surgical team.

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This is an opportunity for an experienced dental nurse who wants to build on their clinical skills and work at a more specialised level.

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QOMS works across a broad range of oral and maxillofacial procedures, including surgical extractions, dental implants, trauma, reconstructive surgery, oncology and pathology.

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You will work closely with experienced Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, assisting with procedures both within QOMS clinics and in hospital theatre settings.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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- Chairside assisting during oral and maxillofacial procedures
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- Preparing surgeries, instruments and equipment for procedures
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- Assisting with complex surgical procedures in the clinic
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- Maintaining high standards of infection control and sterilisation
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- Preparing patients before procedures and supporting them throughout treatment
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- Providing appropriate pre-operative and post-operative support
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- Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and patient records
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- Managing instruments, stock and clinical supplies
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- Working closely with surgeons, nursing staff and the broader QOMS team
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- Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the clinical environment
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About You

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You are an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys clinical work and takes pride in providing a high standard of patient care.

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You are confident chairside, organised and calm under pressure.



You also understand that patients undergoing surgical procedures may be anxious and need clear communication, reassurance and professional care.

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You are now looking for an opportunity to extend your experience beyond general dentistry and gain greater exposure to complex specialist surgical procedures.

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You will need:

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- Certificate III in Dental Assisting
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- Previous experience working as a Dental Assistant
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- Strong chairside assisting skills
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- Sound knowledge of infection control and sterilisation procedures
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- Confidence working in a busy clinical environment
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- Strong patient care and communication skills
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- Excellent attention to detail and organisation
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- The ability to work effectively as part of a specialist clinical team
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- A driver's licence and reliable vehicle
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- The flexibility to work across the various QOMS locations
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- Australian residency and full time work availability Monday to Friday
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Experience within oral surgery, specialist dentistry or a hospital environment would be highly regarded, but is not essential for an experienced dental nurse ready to develop their skills further.

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Why QOMS?

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This is an opportunity to take your dental assisting experience into a more specialised surgical environment.

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QOMS offers:

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- Exposure to compelling and complex oral and maxillofacial procedures
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- Experience across both clinic and hospital settings
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- The opportunity to work alongside experienced specialist surgeons
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- A monthly RDO
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- The opportunity to develop deeper specialist surgical assisting experience
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- A professional team focused on high standards of patient care
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📌 Certified Dental Assistant - Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (Queensland)
🏢 IRIS
📍 Queensland