Fairy Meadow Family Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our friendly and professional team. This is a part-time position based in Fairy Meadow, NSW 2519. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our dental practitioners in providing high-quality dental services. This position is fundamental to the smooth operation of our practice and directly contributes to ensuring our patients have a positive dental experience.
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What you'll be doing
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- Assisting dental practitioners during patient treatments and procedures
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- Preparing and sterilising dental instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control protocols
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- Greeting patients, maintaining patient records and managing appointment scheduling
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- Taking radiographs (X-rays) as required and assisting with patient imaging
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- Providing chairside support during restorative, preventive and general dental procedures
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- Preparing treatment areas and ensuring all materials and equipment are readily available
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- Educating patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions
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- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe dental environment
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- Assisting with reception duties and administrative tasks as needed
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- Contributing to infection control and health and safety standards within the practice
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What we're looking for
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- Understanding of infection control principles and sterilisation procedures
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- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, professional demeanour
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- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
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- Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting
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- Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and privacy
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- Reliability and punctuality, particularly important for a part-time schedule
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What we offer
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- A part-time position with flexible hours that complement your lifestyle
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- Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience
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- A friendly, collaborative team environment
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- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
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- A commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
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- The satisfaction of making a direct positive impact on patient care and outcomes
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About us
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Fairy Meadow Family Dental is a patient-focused dental practice since since 50 years dedicated to providing comprehensive, quality dental care to families in our community. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and confident in receiving treatment. Our practice values professionalism, integrity and excellence in all aspects of patient care. We are committed to building long-term relationships with our patients and supporting a team culture that prioritises both patient satisfaction and staff wellbeing.