At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in dental procedures and ensure a positive experience for patients.
- Company: Modern dental practice in Silverdale with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Flexible casual hours with potential for permanent part-time role.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and exposure to advanced dental procedures.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and develop your skills in a friendly environment.
- Qualifications: Dental experience preferred, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are key.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Artlab Dental is a modern dental practice in Silverdale, and we are looking for a Dental Assistant to join our growing team. We are looking for someone who is reliable, punctual, positive and has a strong work ethic. Dental experience is certainly valued, but just as importantly, we are looking for someone with a bright personality who takes pride in their work, works well with others and genuinely wants to become part of the team long-term.
About the position
The position will initially be offered on a casual basis, approximately 1–3 days per week, depending on your availability and the needs of the practice. We believe it is important for both the employee and the practice to have some time working together before making a longer-term commitment. For the right person, once we have worked together for a period of time and both sides feel that it is a good fit, we would be happy to discuss transitioning to a permanent part-time position of approximately 3–4 days per week. Our usual working hours are 8:30am–5:30pm, with a one-hour lunch break.
About the role
Your duties may include:
- Chairside assisting for general, restorative, surgical and other dental procedures
- Preparing treatment rooms, instruments and materials
- Sterilisation and infection control
- Assisting with stock organisation
- Supporting efficient day-to-day clinical workflow
- Helping provide a comfortable and positive experience for our patients
Who we are looking for
Previous dental assisting experience is highly regarded, although we are also open to applicants who may be newer to dentistry but demonstrate the right attitude and willingness to learn. More importantly, we are looking for someone who is:
- Reliable and punctual
- Hardworking with a strong work ethic
- Positive, friendly and approachable
- Professional and respectful towards patients and colleagues
- Willing to learn and receptive to feedback
- Able to follow instructions carefully
- Proactive and willing to help when something needs to be done
- Comfortable working as part of a small team
- Interested in developing a long-term role with the practice
Certificate III in Dental Assisting is an advantage but is not essential.
What we offer
A modern and growing dental practice, supportive training and guidance, exposure to a broad range of general and advanced dental procedures, initial casual position of approximately 1–3 days per week, genuine opportunity to transition to permanent part-time, approximately 3–4 days per week, an opportunity to grow professionally as the practice develops, a small-team environment where reliability, contribution and a positive attitude are valued.
Dental Assistant – Silverdale employer: Artlab Dental Pty Ltd
Artlab Dental is an exceptional employer located in Silverdale, offering a supportive and modern work environment for Dental Assistants. With a focus on employee growth and development, we provide opportunities to transition from casual to permanent part-time roles while fostering a positive team culture where reliability and a strong work ethic are highly valued. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises both professional and personal satisfaction in the dental field.
