Job Description
At Next Smile Melbourne, we are looking for a skilled Dental Assistant who loves patient care, working in a surgical and implant clinic with some general dental/high end cosmetic care.
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You'll be working alongside an experienced team of dentists and OHTs, getting hands‐on exposure to lots of implants, prosthetics, and advanced procedures — not just the same day on repeat.
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We have DA for our OHT's, dedicated steri DA, treatment coordinators
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Based in our modern Hawthorn practice
n Typical hours: 7:45am–5:45pm (4day week available)
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Dental Assistant –
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Full-Time | 4days
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At Next Smile Melbourne, we are looking for a skilled Dental Assistant who loves patient care, working in a surgical and implant clinic with some general dental/high end cosmetic care.
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You'll be working alongside an experienced team of dentists and OHTs, getting hands‐on exposure to lots of implants, prosthetics, and advanced procedures — not just the same day on repeat.
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We have DA for our OHT's, dedicated steri DA, treatment coordinators
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Based in our modern Hawthorn practice
n Typical hours: 7:45am–5:45pm (4day week available)
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What Your Days Will Look Like
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Chairside assisting, high‐end clinical environment
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Supporting Implant & All‐on‐4 surgeries, including surgical and GA cases
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Preparing treatment rooms and theatres for a wide range of procedures
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Instrument sterilisation and infection control (we do things properly and mostly have a dedicated sterilisation coordiator rostered on each day)
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Keeping surgeries stocked, organised, and flowing smoothly
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Working closely with surgeons, labs, and treatment coordinators to deliver seamless patient care
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You'll Thrive Here If You Have...
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Cert III or IV in Dental Assisting (or equivalent, preferred not essential)
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At least 2 years' experience in an Australian dental practice
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Experience with implant surgery, All‐on‐4
surgery/restorative
highly regarded
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A calm, confident communication style and great chairside manner
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Strong attention to detail and the ability to be on your feet (you will get your daily steps in)
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A positive, team‐first attitude and genuine care for patients
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Why You'll Love Working at Next Smile
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A fun, inclusive, genuinely supportive team (no egos here)
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Competitive pay based on
experience/qualifications
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Ongoing learning and career development
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Real exposure to advanced dentistry
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Free onsite parking, just off the Monash Freeway and close to Public Transport
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About Us
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Next Smile Melbourne is a leading dental practice in Hawthorn, VIC, known for delivering high‐quality, personalised care. Our team culture is warm, professional, and collaborative — and we're big on creating a great experience for both patients and staff.
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Sound Like Your Kind of Place?
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We're open to part‐time (min 3days per week) or full‐time applications, with versatile days to suit your life.

📌 Dental Assistant (Victoria)
🏢 Next Smile Melbourne
📍 Victoria