Trainee Dental Assistant

Job ID: 33678 Adrian Buck and Associates

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly driven and motivated individual to join our dynamic and supportive team in Beaumaris.

Your role will be to focus on excellent customer service and clinical treatment for patients.

All ages are welcome to apply for the position

You will provide clinical assistance to the dentist and maintain an efficient and comfortable environment for our patients. The successful applicant will have a positive, can-do attitude with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and patient care. This position is initially part time with a view to full time in the near future. Support for further training will be provided to obtain a qualification as a dental assistant for the suitable candidate. We will encourage the successful applicant to get further qualifications as a dental assistant.

You will be required to have some flexibility to work the occasional Saturday, usually only 1 Saturday per month.

Our philosophy is to provide our patients with both an excellent clinical outcome as well as an exceptional customer service experience.

If you have a warm and friendly disposition, superior communication skills, a commitment to excellence, a willingness to "go the extra mile" and a sense of fun, then we'd love to hear from you. 

Benefits to You:

For this role we are looking for a like-minded individual, with a positive, can-do nature, that is driven to excel within the practice.  For your long term commitment and enthusiasm you will be generously remunerated and have the benefits of joining a practice that values your professionalism and wants to invest in your future.

We are a multidisciplinary dental surgery, which you will be able to develop your skills by assisting our providers with Cosmetic dentistry, General and Family dentistry, Orthodontics including Invisalign, Root canals, Implants, Oral surgery including Wisdom tooth removal, Crowns and Bridges, & Periodontics.

Responsibilities:

At times you will be required to multitask in which you may be required to complete reception duties. As this position is predominately based on human interaction you must have a confident and bubbly persona.

Skills & Experience:

We are a practice that strongly values the can-do supportive culture of our team. Previous experience will be highly regarded, although we will be happy to train an applicant with the right attitude, if they have no prior dental experience.

We are looking for someone with the following competencies:

  • Exceptional human relations skills
  • Ability to maintain outgoing, friendly attitude with patients and team even under pressure
  • Ability to multitask and take pride in your work
  • A proven track record of punctuality and reliability
  • A willingness to learn new skills

Candidates that are local to the Melbourne Bayside/South Eastern Suburbs are highly encouraged to apply!

If you're looking to be part of our fun and professional team, please submit your cover letter and resume to Adrian at:

To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.

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