Dental Assistant (Casual) - Periodontics
Senior Dental Assistant – Casual
Kiama Dental Specialists | Thursday & Friday
About Us
Kiama Dental Specialists is a specialist periodontal practice committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centred care.
Our team works at the forefront of modern periodontal treatment, combining specialist clinical expertise, advanced technology and a robust focus on quality and patient experience.
We pride ourselves on creating a professional, supportive and collaborative environment where our team can develop their skills and take pride in the work they do.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivatedSenior Dental Assistantto join our team on a casual basis, workingThursdays and Fridays.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Dental Assistant who enjoys working in a specialist environment and is looking to take on greater responsibility within a highly skilled clinical team.
You will work closely with our Periodontists and Oral Health Therapists, assisting with a range of surgical and non-surgical periodontal procedures while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.
As a Senior Dental Assistant, you will also play an important role in supporting junior team members, maintaining high clinical standards and contributing to a positive patient experience.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality chairside assistance for surgical and non-surgical periodontal procedures
Assist with surgical procedures, including IV sedation where required
Maintain high standards of infection control, sterilisation and clinical room preparation
Perform laboratory duties, including intra-oral scanning and preparation of laboratory work




Provide patients with professional reassurance, support and post-operative instructions
Assist with reception and administrative duties when required
Ensure clinical areas are efficiently prepared and maintained throughout the day
Support an efficient and seamless patient journey
Assist with the training, mentoring and development of junior Dental Assistants
Contribute to a positive, professional and collaborative team culture
Why Join Kiama Dental Specialists?
Thursday and Friday position – no weekend work
Work alongside experienced Periodontists and specialist clinicians
Gain exposure to advanced periodontal and implant procedures
Develop experience with modern technology and digital workflows
Opportunity to expand your surgical assisting skills
Supportive and approachable leadership team
Professional, collaborative and respectful workplace
Above-award remuneration, commensurate with experience and skills
Opportunity to grow within a specialist clinical environment
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Experienced in dental assisting, ideally within a surgical or specialist environment
Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting (preferred)
Confident with infection control and sterilisation procedures
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Calm, capable and adaptable in a busy clinical environment
Proactive and able to work independently while being a strong team player
Professional, reliable and punctual
Confident communicating with both patients and clinical team members
Passionate about delivering a high standard of patient care
Willing to support and mentor junior team members
Previous experience in surgical assisting and IV sedation will be highly regarded.
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📌 Dental Assistant (Casual) - Periodontics (New South Wales)
🏢 Kiama Dental Specialists
📍 New South Wales