Dental Assistant / Dental Nurse

Why This Role Matters
The Dental Assistant / Dental Nurse plays a key role in supporting dentists during treatments and ensuring patients receive high-quality dental care. By preparing treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, and maintaining infection control standards, the assistant helps ensure smooth clinic operations. This role also contributes to patient comfort and helps create a welcoming and professional dental environment.

Job Description
Launceston Dental and Braeside Dental are hiring Dental Assistants / Dental Nurses for full-time or part-time positions in Launceston, Tasmania (Australia). The role involves supporting dentists during clinical procedures, maintaining sterilization standards, and assisting with patient care across both dental clinic locations.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Dental Assistant / Dental Nurse
• Company: Launceston Dental & Braeside Dental
• Location: Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
• Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
• Workplace Type: On-site
• Experience: Experienced assistants and trainees welcome
• Salary: Competitive above-award wages (based on experience)

Responsibilities
• Assist dentists during dental examinations and procedures
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and treatment rooms
• Maintain infection control and clinic hygiene standards
• Support patients before, during, and after treatments
• Work collaboratively with dentists and clinic staff
• Maintain clinical supplies and assist with restocking
• Follow practice policies and safety protocols
• Rotate between Braeside Dental and Launceston Dental clinics when required

Required Qualification
• Relevant dental assisting training preferred
• Trainees or candidates willing to learn may also apply

Important Requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and friendly attitude toward patients
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks
• Reliable, organized, and respectful team member
• Ability to work across both clinic locations

Employment Options
• Full-time role
• Part-time role also available

What We Offer
• Opportunity to work in two well-established dental practices
• Exposure to a wide range of dental procedures including implants and restorative treatments
• Ongoing training and mentoring opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive above-award wages based on experience
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in dentistry

Experience and Skills
• Chairside dental assisting
• Dental instrument preparation and sterilization
• Infection control and clinic hygiene practices
• Patient care and communication
• Team collaboration in a healthcare setting
• Time management and multitasking skills

Salary Insights
• Competitive above-award wages
• Salary based on skills, qualifications, and experience

Company Overview
Launceston Dental and Braeside Dental are well-established dental practices serving the Launceston community for over 40 years. The clinics provide a full range of dental services including preventive care, restorative dentistry, dental implants, smile makeovers, wisdom tooth surgeries, and full-mouth rehabilitation. Both practices focus on delivering patient-centered care in a supportive and professional environment.

FAQs

1. Do I need previous dental assisting experience?
   Experience is preferred, but enthusiastic trainees willing to learn are encouraged to apply.

2. Will I work at multiple locations?
   Yes, the role involves rotating between Launceston Dental and Braeside Dental, which are located close to each other.

3. What dental procedures will I assist with?
   You may assist with preventive, restorative, implant, and advanced dental procedures.

4. What salary is offered for this position?
   The clinic offers competitive above-award wages depending on experience and qualifications.

Application Tips
• Highlight any dental assisting or healthcare experience
• Mention communication and patient care skills
• Include any training or willingness to learn dental procedures
• Emphasize teamwork and adaptability in clinical environments
• Demonstrate your interest in building a long-term dental career