KN Orthodontics | Part-Time Position | Minimum 20 Hours per Week
Are you a friendly, motivated and reliable Dental Assistant looking for your next opportunity?
KN Orthodontics is seeking an enthusiastic and organised team member to join our practice. We are looking for someone who enjoys a varied role, with the ability to work confidently across both chairside dental assisting and reception duties.
This is a part-time position offering a minimum of 20 hours per week, with the opportunity for additional hours for the right person.
About the Role
This is a varied position where you will be involved in both the clinical and administrative operations of our orthodontic practice.
Your responsibilities will include
Dental Assisting
- Providing chairside assistance to our orthodontists.
- Preparing and maintaining clinical treatment areas.
- Sterilisation and instrument processing.
- Assisting with patient care and ensuring a positive patient experience.
- Maintaining infection control standards and clinical procedures.
Reception & Administration
- Welcoming patients and managing front desk enquiries.
- Answering phone calls and responding to patient enquiries.
- Scheduling appointments and managing appointment changes.
- Processing payments and assisting with patient accounts.
- General administration and supporting the smooth running of the practice.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds a Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or equivalent), although training may be provided for the right candidate who does not hold formal qualifications.
- Has permanent working rights in Australia (essential).
- Holds a current Australian driver's licence and has access to reliable transport (essential).
- Is available to work during school holiday periods (essential).
- Has previous dental assisting experience, with orthodontic experience highly regarded.
- Is confident using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Communicates confidently and professionally with patients of all ages, parents and colleagues.
- Has excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Is enthusiastic about learning and keen to further develop their knowledge and skills.
- Is comfortable moving between clinical assisting and reception responsibilities.
- Has a positive attitude, demonstrates initiative and enjoys working as part of a team.
- Is reliable, professional and takes pride in their work.
What We Offer
- Permanent part-time employment, with a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- A Monday to Thursday working week – no weekends or late-night shifts.
- Above-award wages, reflective of experience and qualifications.
- Additional hours available for the right candidate.
- A diverse role combining clinical assisting and reception duties.
- A friendly and supportive team environment.
- The opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge within a specialist orthodontic practice.
Interested?
If you are a motivated and enthusiastic Dental Assistant who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work and would love to become part of the KN Orthodontics team, we would love to hear from you!
Please forward your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to our Practice Manager, Lindy North, at: *@gmail.com