Key responsibilities
Assist chairside across general, restorative and crown and bridge work, as well as implants, endodontics and oral surgery
Take ownership of sterilisation and infection control to AS ****, including audits and records
Train and induct new dental assistants, and keep each clinician's set-up guides up to date
Manage stock and ordering, and keep surgeries and the sterilisation room well maintained
Help on reception and with administrative tasks when needed
About you
A Certificate III in Dental Assisting, or at least four years' chairside experience working to Australian infection control standards
Confidence with implants, endodontics, oral surgery, and crown and bridge
Strong sterilisation and infection control skills to Australian Standards (AS ****)
A high level of attention to detail
Well organised and self-directed, able to manage your own time and priorities
A self-starter who keeps learning
Happy to help on reception and with administrative work when needed
Full Australian working rights, with no restrictions on hours
Reliable transport for early starts




Willing to provide evidence of healthcare worker immunisations before starting
A Certificate IV in Dental Assisting, experience training other dental assistants, Dental4Windows (D4W), a radiography licence, and reception experience are all an advantage.
$35 to $38 per hour plus super, depending on experience, with a pay review after three months
Consistent ***** hours a week, all year
A senior role with real responsibility for clinical standards and training
Free in office parking, or reimbursed undercover parking nearby
Uniforms provided
Gap-free general dental treatment for you, and discounts for your partner, parents and children
Support for further training
About us
Oval Dental is a friendly, fast-paced general practice on O'Connell Street, North Adelaide.
Our team of two dentists, two hygienists and two oral health therapists provides the full range of general dentistry in house, with a strong interest in endodontics and implants.
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📌 Senior Dental Assistant (Adelaide)
🏢 Oval Dental
📍 Adelaide