This is a varied, hands-on role combining sterilisation responsibilities with reception support and general dental assisting duties as required.
Your primary responsibility will be sterilisation, ensuring instruments and equipment are cleaned, processed and maintained in accordance with infection control standards. You'll also have the opportunity to support the front office team, helping create a positive patient experience and ensuring the practice operates efficiently.
What your days will look like:
- Providing chairside assistance across general, restorative and preventive treatments
- Assisting with implant placements, extractions and other surgical procedures
- Taking scans and clinical photographs for Invisalign treatment
- Cleaning, processing, sterilising and maintaining dental instruments and equipment in line with infection control procedures.
- Keeping patients comfortable and informed, especially those who feel anxious
- Maintaining accurate clinical notes and charting in Dental4Windows (D4W)
- Helping with stock control and ordering for your surgery
- Delivering exceptional patient care and assisting with treatment discussions when required
- Welcoming patients, answering phone calls and assisting with appointment bookings and enquiries.
To succeed in the role, you will bring:
- Previous experience as a Dental Assistant, particularly in sterilisation and infection control.
- Knowledge of dental instrument processing, sterilisation procedures and infection control standards.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills.
- Friendly, professional communication and a patient-focused approach.
- The ability to adapt to changing priorities and assist across different areas of the practice.
- A positive attitude, reliability and a willingness to support your teammates.
Why join Maven Dental Subiaco?
At Maven Dental Subiaco, we believe great people deserve a workplace where they can learn, grow and feel valued. In this role you'll enjoy:
- Casual employment with variety across sterilisation, reception and clinical support.
- Working alongside a supportive and experienced team.
- Ongoing training, mentorship and professional development opportunities
- Free onsite staff parking and excellent public transport access within walking distance
- Convenient Subiaco location close to the CBD, shopping centres, cafés and restaurant
- Opportunities to expand your dental assisting and administrative skills.
- A positive workplace culture where your contribution is valued
- Competitive remuneration based on experience
As part of the Abano Healthcare network, you'll also have access to:
- Abano Uni Online for training and skills pathways
- A free, confidential Employee Assistance Program
- 9% off Medibank Corporate health cover
- Rewards of up to $20,000 through the Abano Referral Program
- Everyday savings through the Flare Benefits app
How to apply
If you're organised, reliable and enjoy a varied role where you can make a difference to both the clinical team and patient experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and availability. Be sure to highlight any sterilisation, dental reception or Dental4Windows (D4W) experience.
Maven Dental is proudly a part of the Abano Healthcare Network.
Abano Healthcare supports more than 250 dental locations across Australia and New Zealand, providing the support services, resources and development opportunities that allow dental teams to focus on delivering great patient care.
At Abano Healthcare, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and respect individuals from all backgrounds and believe that diversity drives innovation and success. Join us as we create a culture of inclusion that celebrates unique perspectives and provides equal opportunities for all.