- No late evenings
- State of the art, multi-disciplinary centre
- Health centre located near public transport
Join our dental team in Wollongong – Dental Assistant & Receptionist
Location: Wollongong Health Centre
Employment Type: Casual or Part-Time
Salary: $29 - $35 per hour base rate (depending on experience and qualifications)
Be Part of Something More Than Just a Dental Practice
At Teachers Health, we're passionate about delivering exceptional care to our members and creating a workplace where our people can thrive. As a not-for-profit organisation supporting over 500,000 teachers, education staff and their families, we're committed to making a real difference, both for our members and our employees.
We know that when our people are supported, they can do their best work. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career growth and work-life balance.
What You'll Love
- No late evenings - centre hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm and Saturdays 8:30am-2:30pm
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling support
- Free annual flu vaccinations and wellbeing initiatives
- Access to health and wellbeing programs
- Discounted Teachers Health insurance for eligible employees
- Up to 40% discount on optical purchases through Teachers Health Centres
- Social events and employee recognition initiatives
- Employee referral bonus opportunities
- Access to Union Shopper discounts and other exclusive employee offers
- Opportunity to work for a trusted, values-driven organisation that genuinely cares about its people and members.
Key responsibilities:
- Assisting the dentist during procedures, including chair-side support and sterilisation of instruments.
- Preparing and maintaining treatment rooms and instruments.
- Managing patient appointments, bookings and recalls.
- Welcoming patients and ensuring a positive experience from arrival to departure.
- Handling patient enquiries and coordinating patient care.
- Maintaining patient records and ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
- Managing payments and health fund claims.
What we are looking for:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a dental assistant and/or dental receptionist is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A positive, friendly attitude with a strong focus on patient care.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to multi-task in a quick-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in dental software (Oasis, Examine Pro) is a plus but not essential.
How do I apply?
If you’re passionate about dentistry open to potential additional shifts, we’d love to hear from you! Click APPLY NOW and send in your updated CV. Please note, as part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to complete video screening and online assessments. Applications will be reviewed and progressed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
Due to the high number of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All successful candidates will be required to complete a National Police Check as part of our process.
Teachers Health values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with **************************