Dental Assistant Salamander Bay

Pacific Smiles Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental care provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking enthusiastic individuals for Dental Assistant roles. The successful candidates will assist dentists chairside, prepare treatment rooms, and support reception tasks. Strong communication and multitasking skills are crucial. Full-time and casual opportunities with paid training, a supportive team culture, and career development options are offered. If you are passionate about patient care, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Above-award wages

Paid training and development

Corporate gym membership discounts

Dental product discounts

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Keen interest in healthcare and helping people.
• Comfortable working in a clinical environment.
• Willingness to commit to learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Dentists chairside across a range of procedures.
• Preparing treatment rooms and sterilising instruments.
• Supporting reception with patient bookings and payments.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to multitask

Positive attitude

Job description

**Salamander Bay, NSW** **Full-Time & Casual Opportunities Available**Whether you’re **brand new to dental** or already confident chairside, we’d love to hear from you.# **Why You’ll Love Working With Us**# **What You’ll Be Doing*** Assisting Dentists chairside across a range of procedures* Preparing treatment rooms and sterilising instruments* Supporting reception with patient bookings, payments and enquiries* Delivering a warm, professional experience for every patient* Working as part of a close-knit team where no two days are the same# **About You*** Keen interest in healthcare and helping people* Comfortable working in a clinical environment* Strong communication skills and a positive attitude* Ability to multitask and follow processes* **For trainees:** willingness to commit to learning and development* **For experienced DAs:** chairside, steri and/or reception experience preferredRetail, hospitality or customer service experience is highly regarded for trainees.# **What We Offer*** Above-award wages + penalty rates* Paid training and development (including traineeships where applicable)* 4 weeks annual leave (for permanent roles) + wellbeing benefits* Corporate gym membership discounts* Dental product discounts* Supportive culture with recognition and mentoringIf you’re looking for a role where you’ll be supported, trained, and genuinely enjoy coming to work — we’d love to hear from you.**Apply now** and become part of our Salamander Bay team!## ## **Please Note**: To work in Dental in QLD, you are required to hold a Blue Card for paid employment (at no cost to you). You can discuss this further with us during an interview if you have any concerns. Set up email alerts as new job postings become available or put through an expression of interest and we will contact you when a position that fits what you're looking for opens up!Looking to **start your career in dental** or ready to take the next step as an **experienced Dental Assistant****Salamander Bay centre** for enthusiastic people who love working with patients and being part of a supportive, high-energy team.* **Trainees welcome** – earn while you learn with full training and support* **Experienced DAs valued** – put your skills to use across chairside, reception and steri* **Full-time or casual flexibility** to suit your lifestyle* **Career development & progression** within a growing national network* Friendly, supportive team and modern working environmentAt Pacific Smiles Group, we know that behind every great dentist is a dedicated team of professionals. Our network of over 120 dental centres across Australia provides modern facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and a supportive workplace where you can grow and thrive.As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:* A positive and professional work environment with strong teamwork and collaboration.* Ongoing training and career development opportunities to help you advance.* The chance to work alongside experienced dental practitioners and support staff.* Job stability with a well-established and growing organisation.We operate Pacific Smiles Dental and Nib Dental Care centres along the East Coast, and we exclusively manage HBF Dental Centres in Western Australia. That means more opportunities for Dental Assistants, leadership positions and support staff to build a fulfilling career.If you’re passionate about patient care and want to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication, Pacific Smiles Group is the place for you!