Dental Assistant

Why This Role Matters
The Dental Assistant plays a key role in ensuring smooth clinical operations, maintaining high standards of hygiene, and delivering a positive patient experience. This role supports dentists across a wide range of procedures while contributing to efficient workflow and quality care.

Job Description
Kareela Family Dental is hiring Dental Assistants for its clinics in Kareela and Engadine, Sydney. This role involves chairside assistance, sterilization, patient coordination, and supporting daily clinic operations in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Dental Assistant
• Organization: Kareela Family Dental & Family First Dental Engadine
• Location: Kareela & Engadine, Sydney, NSW, Australia
• Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time
• Work Mode: On-site
• Salary: $52,000 – $65,000 per year
• Hours: Full-time (38 hrs/week) | Part-time (30 hrs/week)

Responsibilities
• Provide chairside assistance for general, surgical, and orthodontic procedures
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms to high standards
• Perform instrument sterilization and infection control protocols
• Support patient flow and clinic operations
• Manage stock and organize clinical areas
• Deliver a professional and reassuring patient experience
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and use dental software
• Assist team members and support junior staff when needed

Required Qualification
• No mandatory degree required
• Dental assisting experience preferred

Important Requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organizational and multitasking abilities
• Positive, proactive, and team-oriented attitude
• Professional presentation and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Employment Options
• Full-time (38 hours/week)
• Part-time (30 hours/week)
• On-site role across two clinic locations

What We Offer
• On-the-job training and continuous support
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Stable work schedule
• Positive and supportive team culture
• Structured systems and well-managed clinics

Experience and Skills
• Chairside assisting experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of sterilization and infection control
• Strong attention to detail
• Time management and teamwork skills
• Ability to handle pressure efficiently

Salary Insights
• $52,000 – $65,000 per year
• Competitive for dental assistant roles in Australia

Company Overview
Kareela Family Dental and Family First Dental Engadine are well-established, family-focused dental practices in Sydney. With a strong reputation, experienced team, and patient-centric approach, they provide high-quality dental care in a supportive and structured environment.

FAQs

1. Is experience required?
   Preferred, but training can be provided.

2. Is this a clinical role?
   It is a clinical support role assisting dentists.

3. Is part-time available?
   Yes, both full-time and part-time options are available.

4. What is the salary range?
   $52,000 to $65,000 per year.

Application Tips
• Highlight any dental assisting or clinical exposure
• Emphasize teamwork and communication skills
• Show willingness to learn and grow
• Mention experience with sterilization and patient care
• Present a professional and positive attitude