Salary: $30 - $34 p/h + super + salary packagingFull-time or part-time opportunities available | Permanent | Based in South Melbourne & PrahranSupport healthier smiles.
Build a rewarding career.
Make a difference every day.Looking for a role where you can use your dental assisting skills while making a genuine impact in the community?
At Better Health Network (BHN), you'll be part of a supportive Oral Health team that helps people access essential dental care, improve their oral health, and feel confident about their wellbeing.
Whether you're assisting with treatment, supporting prevention programs, or participating in community outreach activities, the work you do will directly benefit people across our local communities.In return, you'll join an organisation that values flexibility, professional growth, teamwork and making healthcare more accessible for everyone.At BHN, we know our people are our greatest asset.
We offer:Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home payFlexible work arrangements to support work-life balanceOngoing learning and professional development opportunitiesA welcoming and supportive team cultureThe chance to develop your skills across chairside, sterilisation and community outreach settingsMeaningful work that positively impacts local communities every dayAbout the roleAs a Dental Assistant, you'll work closely with Dental Clinicians to deliver high-quality oral health services across our clinics and community settings.
You'll be part of a team-oriented team committed to providing safe,



accessible and person-centred care.Your day may include:Providing chairside assistance during a variety of dental treatments.Preparing equipment, instruments and materials for clinical proceduresSupporting infection prevention and control practicesMaintaining and processing sterilised instruments within the CSSDAssisting with patient records and dental imaging processesPromoting good oral health practices and supporting education activitiesParticipating in community oral health promotion and outreach programsHelping create a welcoming and positive experience for clients accessing careAbout youYou'll be someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in delivering quality care and thrives in a team environment.To be successful, you'll bring:Certificate III in Dental AssistingExperience working as a Dental Assistant and customer service.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organisation and attention to detailA commitment to safe, high-quality patient careThe ability to manage competing priorities in a busy clinic environmentConfidence using clinical and computer systemsA collaborative and adaptable approach to workWorking across sites South Melbourne and Prahran.Certificate III in Dental Assisting, particularly for CSSD-focused duties.Applications close 11/08/2026 and will be assessed as received, and early applications are encouraged.For enquiries about the role, please contact Archana Jayaprakash, Team Leader Oral Health at We value Accountability, Collaboration, Respect and Courage, and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds.
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📌 Dental Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Better Health Network
📍 Melbourne