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 workplace
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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 interesting 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