Newcomb Smiles Dental is a growing, contemporary dental practice in Geelong's eastern suburbs, part of the same ownership group as the well-established Dove Dental Waurn Ponds. We're a small, close-knit team and looking for someone who can hit the ground running.
About the Role /n
We need an experienced, dual-skilled team member who can step confidently into both chairside dental assisting and front-of-house reception from day one. You'll work directly alongside our dentists, moving between clinical support and patient-facing admin as the day requires.
As the clinic continues to grow, there's genuine scope for the right person to take on more responsibility over time - this isn't just a DA/reception role, it's a foot in the door.
Key Responsibilities /n
Chairside assisting: infection control, instrument prep and sterilisation, patient preparation, assisting during procedures
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Reception: appointment scheduling, patient check-in/out, phone and email enquiries
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Processing payments and health fund claims
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Maintaining smooth patient flow between the clinical and front-of-house sides of the practice
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Supporting the day-to-day running of a small, growing clinic
About You /n
Experienced Dental Assistant (Certificate III/IV highly regarded) and front-desk/reception experience in a dental or allied health setting
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Confident working independently across both roles without on-the-job training
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Familiarity with dental practice management software
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Calm, adaptable, and comfortable switching between clinical support and patient-facing admin
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Ambitious and reliable, with an interest in growing into a more senior or management-level role as the practice expands
What We Offer /n
Competitive pay reflecting your experience and dual skill set
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Supportive ownership, genuinely invested in staff wellbeing and career development
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Real potential to grow into a more senior or management-level position as Newcomb Smiles Dental expands
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The chance to help shape how a growing practice runs day to day
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