Dental Assistant | Flexible Hours | Melbourne Bayside

Dental Assistant | Flexible Hours | Melbourne Bayside

Melbourne Full-Time On-site
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Looking for a dental practice where you can enjoy your work, feel valued and maintain a healthy balance between your career and personal life?

Our client is a well-established dental practice in Melbourne's Bayside area, offering a welcoming environment where teamwork, quality patient care and a positive workplace culture are highly valued.

With an experienced team and a strong patient base, the practice provides a professional yet friendly setting where you can settle into a rewarding role and genuinely enjoy coming to work.

About the Position Our client is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our clients' team, with both full-time and part-time arrangements considered.

This opportunity is perfect for someone who values a supportive team, predictable operating hours and the flexibility to find a working arrangement that suits their lifestyle.

You’ll enjoy a varied role assisting Dentists with general and cosmetic procedures, including fillings, crowns, veneers and preventative treatments, while also helping out at reception when required.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • Providing chairside assistance during general and cosmetic dental treatments
  • Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining clinical equipment
  • Ensuring high standards of infection control and sterilisation
  • Creating a comfortable and welcoming experience for patients
  • Supporting appointment scheduling and reception duties when needed
  • Working closely with a friendly team to ensure smooth daily operations

About the Company

Looking for a dental practice where you can enjoy your work, feel valued and maintain a healthy balance between your career and personal life?

Our client is a well-established dental practice in Melbourne's Bayside area, offering a welcoming environment where teamwork, quality patient care and a positive workplace culture are highly valued.

With an experienced team and a strong patient base, the practice provides a professional yet friendly setting where you can settle into a rewarding role and genuinely enjoy coming to work.

About the Position Our client is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our clients' team, with both full-time and part-time arrangements considered.

This opportunity is perfect for someone who values a supportive team, predictable operating hours and the flexibility to find a working arrangement that suits their lifestyle.

You’ll enjoy a varied role assisting Dentists with general and cosmetic procedures, including fillings, crowns, veneers and preventative treatments, while also helping out at reception when required.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • Providing chairside assistance during general and cosmetic dental treatments
  • Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining clinical equipment
  • Ensuring high standards of infection control and sterilisation
  • Creating a comfortable and welcoming experience for patients
  • Supporting appointment scheduling and reception duties when needed
  • Working closely with a friendly team to ensure smooth daily operations

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of Dental Assistant experience
  • Confident chairside assisting skills across general dentistry
  • Good understanding of infection control and sterilisation procedures
  • Comfortable supporting reception and patient administration
  • Friendly, reliable and organised approach to work
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Full Australian working rights
  • Reliable personal transport
  • Availability for occasional Saturday shifts

On Offer

  • Flexible Work Arrangements: Full-time preferred, with part-time opportunities considered to accommodate different lifestyles
  • Competitive Pay: $30–$35 per hour, based on experience
  • Consistent Schedule: Weekday operating hours with only 1–2 Saturdays per month
  • Supportive Environment: Work alongside a welcoming and collaborative dental team
  • Variety Without Monotony: Enjoy a mix of clinical assisting and patient-facing responsibilities
  • Established Practice: Work in a well-organised practice with an existing patient base
  • Bayside Lifestyle: Enjoy working in one of Melbourne's attractive coastal areas

Practice Hours:

  • Monday to Friday: 7:45 am – 5:15 pm
  • Saturdays: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (1–2 per month)

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Dental Assistant | Flexible Hours | Melbourne Bayside employer: Gorilla Jobs Pty Ltd.

Join a supportive and dynamic team as a Team Lead Occupational Therapist, where you will enjoy a genuine leadership role with 80% of your time dedicated to mentoring and guiding your colleagues. With flexible working arrangements, including two work-from-home days per week, and a strong emphasis on professional development, this position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. Experience a culture that values teamwork, wellbeing, and continuous learning while making a meaningful impact in the lives of clients.

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Contact Details:

Gorilla Jobs Pty Ltd. Recruitment Team