Experienced Dental Assistant – Certificate IV
The TLC Dentist | Earlwood, Sydney
Full-Time | Monday–Thursday | 8:00am–6:00pm
The TLC Dentist is looking for an experienced and highly organised Dental Assistant with a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting to join our friendly team in Earlwood.
We are a busy, modern 2-chair dental practice with a strong focus on providing high-quality dentistry and an exceptional patient experience. We're looking for someone experienced who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a close-knit team and can confidently support our clinicians in the day‐to‐day running of the practice.
The Position
This is a full-time, 4-day-per-week position, offering a great opportunity to enjoy a three-day weekend while still working full-time hours.
Hours:
Monday to Thursday
8:00am – 6:00pm
About the Role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Chairside assisting across a range of general dental procedures
- Preparing surgeries and ensuring smooth changeovers between patients
- Sterilisation and infection control procedures
- Instrument processing, tracking and maintenance
- Taking dental radiographs within your Certificate IV scope
- Maintaining accurate clinical and sterilisation records
- Stock management and ordering
- Supporting clinicians to keep appointments running efficiently
- Providing a warm, professional and reassuring experience for our patients
- Assisting with the general organisation and smooth running of the practice
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Holds a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
- Has previous dental assisting experience
- Has excellent knowledge of current infection control and sterilisation protocols
- Is confident, organised and able to work efficiently in a busy environment
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Is reliable, punctual and takes initiative
- Has strong attention to detail
- Enjoys working as part of a small, supportive team
- Takes genuine pride in maintaining a clean, organised and professional clinical environment
Experience with orthodontics/Invisalign would be highly regarded but is not essential.
Why Join The TLC Dentist?
- Four-day working week – Monday to Thursday
- No Friday or weekend work
- Modern, established 2-chair practice
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Varied general and orthodontic dentistry
- Opportunity to take ownership of clinical systems, sterilisation and stock management
- Long-term position for the right person
- Convenient Earlwood location
We're looking for someone who wants to become an important part of our team rather than simply fill a position.
