Experienced Dental Assistant / Nurse / Receptionist – Permanent 4-Day Week
TMJ Centre Melbourne | Melbourne CBD
Permanent Part-Time | Monday to Thursday | Approximately 30 hours per week
$30–$35 per hour + super, depending on experience
Are you an experienced Dental Assistant, Dental Nurse or Dental Receptionist looking for a stable, long-term position where you will be genuinely valued?
TMJ Centre Melbourne is looking for a friendly and capable team member to join our small, supportive practice in a permanent four-day position.
The role is primarily clinical, with patient coordination and reception support when required. It would suit someone who enjoys both chairside assisting and helping the clinical day run smoothly.
Our practice focuses on temporomandibular disorders (TMD), jaw and facial pain, headaches, oral appliances and dental sleep medicine. Previous experience in these areas is not required—we will provide comprehensive training and support.
Why You’ll Enjoy Working With Us
- Stable Monday-to-Thursday roster of approximately 30 hours per week during normal clinic operations
- No weekends
- Early finish every Thursday and a three-day weekend every week
- Calm, organised and quality-focused clinical environment
- Friendly, respectful and supportive small team
- Longer appointments with a strong focus on individual patient care
- Training in TMD, oral appliances and dental sleep medicine
- Modern Melbourne CBD practice directly opposite Town Hall Station
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience and capability
About the Role
You will work closely with our dentists to provide excellent clinical support, keep the day organised and ensure every patient feels comfortable and well cared for.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Chairside assisting, surgery preparation and room turnaround
- Sterilisation and maintaining high infection-control standards
- Clinical note-taking and supporting patients during appointments
- Assisting with digital scans, radiographs and clinical photography
- Coordinating patient flow, laboratory cases, reception tasks and clinical stock
About You
We are looking for someone who is warm, professional and genuinely enjoys caring for patients.
Ideally, you will have:
- Previous dental assisting experience
- Confidence assisting with reception and patient coordination when required
- Excellent spoken and written English
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail
- A calm, friendly and reassuring manner
- Confidence using computers and learning digital systems
- A proactive attitude and the ability to anticipate what needs to be done
- Reliability, punctuality and a professional approach
- Full Australian working rights
- Availability to work Monday to Thursday
Certificate III in Dental Assisting is preferred
You’ll Thrive in This Role If You
- Enjoy building genuine relationships with patients
- Take pride in providing excellent chairside support
- Prefer a quality-focused environment rather than a high-volume clinic
- Are organised and enjoy keeping the clinical day running smoothly
- Take initiative and support the team wherever needed
- Would like to develop your skills in a specialised area of dentistry
- Want to become a trusted, long-term member of a small practice
Usual Hours
- Monday: 8:00 am–4:30 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am–4:30 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am–6:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am–2:00 pm
About TMJ Centre Melbourne
TMJ Centre Melbourne is a patient-focused practice dedicated to the assessment and management of TMD, jaw and facial pain, headaches, oral appliances and dental sleep medicine.
Our appointments allow time for careful assessment, patient education and personalised care. We value professionalism, kindness, teamwork and attention to detail, and we are looking for someone who shares these values.
How to Apply
If you are looking for a practice where your contribution will be appreciated and you can build a stable, long-term career, we would love to hear from you.
Please email your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining:
- Your dental experience
- Why this role interests you
- What you would bring to our team
- Your availability to work Monday to Thursday
Email: [email protected]
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work Monday Thursday?
- Do you speak and type English fluently?
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
