Dental Assistant (Periodontics Specialist Practice) | Townsville
Are you a highly organised and detail-oriented individual looking for a rewarding role in specialist dentistry?
Join our highly regarded Periodontics practice in Currajong, Townsville, where we focus entirely on delivering a high level of patient care. This is a superb opportunity to work with high-tech equipment in a modern, fully computerised environment, supporting a dedicated specialist team.
The Opportunity & Benefits
- Work/Life Balance: A guaranteed 4-day work week (33 hours). No late nights and no weekend work.
- Compensation: Above-award wages offered.
- Growth: Opportunity for more clinical skills once job competence is achieved.
- Team Environment: Join our vibrant, enthusiastic, and fun team committed to specialist care.
- Training Provided: Full on-the-job training will be provided, making prior specialist experience highly regarded but not essential.
Your Role & Responsibilities
This role primarily involves clinical assisting, with occasional support for front desk duties.
Key Duties
Clinical Assisting - Working as a team with the periodontist to perform a wide variety of technical periodontal procedures in surgery.
Patient Care - Delivering outstanding customer service and specialist care to all patients. Answering patient queries and organising appointments (phone/in-person). Explaining treatment plans.
Administrative Support - Proof-reading and editing referral letters. Liaising with referring general dental practices. Performing general administration and clerical duties.
Practice Management - Managing stores and inventory.
Essential Skills & Attributes
We are looking for a candidate who is committed to excellence and has a genuine 'Can Do' attitude.
You must possess:
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Digital Literacy: High level of computer literacy and excellent administrative skills.
- Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail is essential for both clinical and administrative tasks.
- Professionalism: Immaculate presentation and a friendly manner.
- Organisation: Exceptional organisation, prioritising, and multi-tasking skills.
- Customer Service: Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to deal professionally with all personality types.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must email a cover letter and resume with references to: [email protected]
Please Note: Only resumes accompanied by a cover letter will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $29.00 – $36.00 per hour
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
