Dental Assistant - Specialist Paediatric Clinic Kenmore

About the role

Chompers Paediatric Dental is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our specialist paediatric clinic in Kenmore, QLD. This is a part-time position offering flexible hours to support our team in delivering exceptional dental care to children. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth clinic operations, supporting our dental practitioners, and creating a welcoming environment for our young patients and their families. This role is essential to the success of our clinic and directly contributes to our mission of providing outstanding paediatric dental services.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting dental practitioners during clinical procedures, including patient preparation and instrument sterilisation

• Welcoming patients and families, managing reception duties, and maintaining a calm, friendly clinic atmosphere

• Recording patient information accurately and maintaining detailed clinical notes

• Preparing treatment rooms and ensuring all equipment and materials are ready for procedures

• Following infection control and safety protocols to maintain the highest standards of hygiene

• Providing chairside support during examinations, treatments and preventative procedures

• Scheduling appointments and managing patient bookings efficiently

• Assisting with sterilisation and maintenance of dental instruments and equipment

• Supporting the clinical team with administrative tasks as required

What we're looking for

• Certificate 3 in Dental Assisting is highly regarded. However those interested in undertaking Cert 3 training should also apply.

• Experience working in a dental practice, preferably in a paediatric or specialist setting

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with children and families

• Strong organisational abilities with attention to detail

• A commitment to infection control and health and safety standards

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a clinical team

• A genuine passion for paediatric dental care and contributing to positive patient outcomes

• Proficiency with dental practice management software is desirable

What we offer

• Part-time hours offering flexibility to balance work and personal commitments

• We are closed on weekends and public holidays, as well as two weeks' break over the Christmas and New Year's

• Competitive remuneration for the role

• The opportunity to work within a supportive, collaborative clinical team

• Professional development and ongoing training in paediatric dental techniques

• A positive workplace culture focused on patient care and team wellbeing

• Access to modern dental facilities and equipment

• The satisfaction of making a direct impact on children's dental health and wellbeing

About us

Chompers Paediatric Dental is a specialist paediatric dental clinic dedicated to providing high-quality dental care for children in a friendly, supportive environment. We believe that early positive dental experiences are essential to lifelong oral health. Our team is passionate about creating a welcoming space where children feel comfortable and confident. We combine clinical excellence with a genuine care for our patients, ensuring that every child receives personalised treatment tailored to their needs. Our clinic is committed to maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice and patient service.

Apply now

If you are interested in joining the Chompers Paediatric Dental team in this rewarding part-time role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application including your CV, cover letter, and details of your relevant qualifications and experience. Join us in making a difference to children's smiles.