Job Description
Dental Assistant (Experienced or Traineeship) - Shepparton and Tatura n
The Dental Assistant is an significant role contributing to Knight Street Dentists & Tatura Dental Care operations and team. Working predominantly in a clinical role, the Dental Assistant is required to assist also with front office reception administrative duties. The primary purpose of the Dental Assistant role is to provide chairside assistance to the dental practitioner. The role requires delivery of exceptional patient care at every stage of the patient journey, with this care leading to development of long term patient relationships that underpin business growth.
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Key responsibilities
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Provide chairside assistance to the practitioner
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Perform clinical duties to support the dentist in delivery of clinical care to patients
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Adhere to infection control guidelines and maintain the general hygiene and cleanliness of the practice
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Answer the telephone and productively schedule appointments in accordance with rehearsed scripts
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Handle patient accounts and maintain patient records in accordance with practice guidelines
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Coordinate patient flow to optimise appointments and production
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Assist with administrative duties as required and when directed by the Practice Manager
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Meet and strive to exceed targets set as key performance indicators (KPIs)
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Perform clinical tasks including chairside assisting, x-rays and photos, sterilisation, instrument tracking, stock management, and note taking
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Ensure surgery is ready for each day's appointments, including that treatment rooms are adequately stocked and clean
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About you
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Anticipate the needs of the dentist and/or oral hygiene therapist, understanding what would be required when
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Have the capacity and commitment to adhere to practice procedures and systems
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Be responsive in completion of daily tasks, work with interruptions and manage competing priorities
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Work autonomously and demonstrate initiative in all areas of work
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Set and meet deadlines, working to the daily appointment schedule and completing action items within agreed timeframes
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Have a sound knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation, and the ability to write legibly and work with numbers
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Maintain confidentiality regarding patient and personal matters
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Maintain an outgoing, friendly attitude with patients and team, including when under pressure
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Have exceptional human relations skills, including demonstrated high levels of interpersonal communication and collaborative teamwork
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📌 Dental Assistant (Experienced Or Traineeship) - Shepparton And Tatura (Victoria)
🏢 Knightstreetdentists
📍 Victoria