We are a local, family-orientated Dental Practice in the
Wollongong CBD
& also 2nd location
40min towards Sydney near Heathcote/Engadine
. We can offer you a friendly, supportive and team focussed work environment.
This position will provide the successful applicant with training and skills needed to
assist a dentist
, hands-on with patients, and practice reception. Previous dental experience not required.
You will receive traineeship wages due to supervision required. You will be getting hands-on experience (getting paid while you work towards a Certificate 3). We will enrol you in online TAFE course
Certificate III in Dental Assisting
, which you will obtain at the end of the 1-2 year.
The Role
One (to two) year traineeship in Dental Assisting, working towards Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Junior additional member of our team
Full training provided - no experience required
Assisting the Dentist
Sterilisation, Cleaning & Disinfection of surgery
Need to have own licence + car - need to be able to drive about
1-2 days a week to 2nd practice
40min near Heathcote/Engadine
Being a small practice, there will be periods of being busy, and quieter periods. You will be supported by the dentist, but expected to learn to work independently & confidently.
This is a fantastic opportunity to achieve a certificate while being paid (supervised trainee rate + paid book work hours).
Others doing normal Certificate III in Dental Assisting without a traineeship would normally have to pay the course fees and work unpaid work experience hours at a practice they have to find & approach themselves. As part of a traineeship, you get paid while you study towards Cert 3!
About Us
General dental practice
Friendly and supportive environment
Wollongong CBD location + 2nd practice South end of Sydney
Close to public transport
Day parking available around practice
About You
Recent school leavers preferred
for our additional junior member of our team
Able to work independently and learn quickly
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) - ability to develop rapport with everyone
Well presented & organised
Motivated & focussed
Positive, can-do personality and able to take constructive criticism
Have basic computer processing skills
Able to work under pressure and quickly when needed
Ideally full day availability Monday to Friday
as the position is
Part-
to
Full time
- up to 38hr/wk
The traineeship is a ONE to TWO YEAR trainee position, however depending on vacancies, can lead on to a permanent position for the right candidate.
A cover letter is essential as it helps to explain your suitability and interest in the position.
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