Are you a personable individual who loves the clinical side but also enjoys the energy of the front desk?

Kippax Dental is a new growing dental practice in HOLT, Kippax Shopping Centre Area and we are looking for another staff member to join our team.

We are looking for an adaptable individual who can assist the dentist chairside. This role starts as Casual with potential to move to Full-Time for the right candidate.

Practice Name: Kippax Dental

Location: Level 1/76 Hardwick Crescent, Holt ACT 2615

Reports To: Dr. George Liao (Principal Dentist)

Role Overview

Dental experience is not mandatory, however you will need to be a fast learner, who is good at multitasking. If you are not willing to learn then you will not be suitable for this role.

Employment Timeline

- Commencement: Flexible for the right candidate.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical Support (Chairside)

- Patient Prep: Greet patients and prepare them for scheduled procedures.
- Clinical Assisting: Provide assistance to the dentist, including operating suction and managing materials. Building Rapport and communicating with the patient.
- Infection Control: Clean and sterilize instruments; decontaminate treatment rooms in accordance with practice policies and ADA standards.
- Maintenance: Maintain dental equipment and monitor clinical stock levels.

Administrative & Reception (preferred but not essential)

- Patient Concierge: Manage incoming phone calls, schedule appointments, and perform follow-up confirmations.
- Financials:



Prepare documented treatment plans, process payments (HICAPS/EFTPOS), and ensure accurate fee allocation.
- Records Management: Maintain accurate patient records and databases.
- Marketing Support: Assist with local marketing activities and "opening week" promotions as directed.

Skills & Experience

Required Qualifications:

- HSC or equivalent.
- Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting (favored but not essential)
- Valid right to work in Australia.

Required Skills:

- Communication: Ability to build rapport with patients and adapt communication styles for challenging situations.
- Multitasking: Proven ability to switch between clinical and desk duties under pressure.
- Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and dental practice management software.
- Professionalism: A strong work ethic, punctuality, and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Key Performance Competencies

- Procedural Compliance: Strict adherence to infection control
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with Dr. Liao to achieve the startup goals of Kippax Dental.
- Critical Thinking: Using logic to identify solutions for patient scheduling or administrative hurdles.

Training and mentorship will be provided to the right candidate. We look forward to hearing from you! :)

Job Types: Full time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits

- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Free food

Work Location: In person

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