A well-established dental practice in Nundah is looking for a motivated, reliable and caring person to join our team through a Certificate III in Dental Assisting Traineeship.

No previous dental assisting experience is required.

This is a genuine earn-while-you-learn opportunity. You will be employed and paid while gaining practical experience in our dental practice and completing your nationally recognised Certificate III in Dental Assisting.

We will pay the cost of your Certificate III in Dental Assisting course.

The traineeship may be offered on a full-time or part-time basis, depending on the successful applicant's circumstances and the agreed traineeship arrangements.

We are looking for someone who sees dental assisting as a long-term career and would like to learn, develop their skills and grow with a stable and supportive dental team.

A Genuine Long-Term Career Opportunity

We are looking to invest in the right person rather than simply fill a short-term position.

Our goal is to train someone who would like to become a skilled Dental Assistant and continue their career with our practice after completing their qualification.

Following successful completion of the traineeship, we are committed to providing the successful trainee with at least a further 12 months of continued full-time employment, or equivalent ongoing employment, subject to satisfactory performance and normal employment terms and conditions.

For the right person, there may also be opportunities to continue developing their career with our practice well beyond this period.

What You'll Learn

Our practice provides a broad range of dental services, giving you the opportunity to develop practical skills across different areas of dental assisting and practice operations.

Working alongside our dentists and experienced team, you will receive hands-on training and support in areas including:

Chairside assisting for general dental procedures
Assisting with sleep dentistry and sedation cases
Dental surgery preparation and setup
Infection prevention and control
Instrument cleaning and sterilisation
Preparing and maintaining treatment rooms
Patient care and communication
Dental practice management software
Clinical records and practice systems
Reception and appointment management
General dental administration
Working effectively as part of a professional dental team

You will not be expected to know everything from day one.

As your knowledge, confidence and experience develop, you will gradually take on additional responsibilities with the guidance and support of our team.

Earn While You Learn

As part of your employment, you will work towards completing your:

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

You will:

Be employed and receive wages while completing your traineeship
Gain practical, hands-on experience in a real dental practice
Complete your Certificate III in Dental Assisting while working
Have the cost of your Certificate III course paid by the practice
Receive training and support from experienced dental professionals
Gain a nationally recognised qualification upon successful completion

This means you can earn an income, gain valuable workplace experience and obtain your qualification at the same time.

Full-Time or Part-Time Options

We understand that everyone's circumstances are different.

The traineeship may be structured as either:

Full-time employment, or
Part-time employment

The most suitable arrangement will be considered case by case based on the successful applicant's circumstances and the requirements of the approved traineeship.

A school-based traineeship may also be considered for an eligible Year 10, 11 or 12 student, subject to the required school and traineeship arrangements.

Who Would This Opportunity Suit?

This opportunity may suit someone who:

Has a genuine interest in dental assisting or oral healthcare
Wants to establish a stable and long-term career
Has little or no previous dental assisting experience
Is a recent school leaver or is currently in Year 10, 11 or 12 and may be suitable for a school-based traineeship
Wants to gain a recognised qualification while earning an income
Enjoys helping and communicating with people
Would like to work in a professional healthcare environment

Previous dental experience is not required.

We are much more interested in finding someone with the right attitude, reliability, willingness to learn and genuine interest in developing a career in dental assisting.

We're Looking for Someone Who Is

Genuinely interested in establishing a career in dental assisting
Reliable and punctual
Committed to their employment and training
Willing and eager to learn
Friendly, polite and comfortable communicating with people
Caring and respectful towards patients
Organised and attentive to detail
Comfortable working in a clinical environment
Able to follow procedures and instructions carefully
Able to work effectively as part of a team
Committed to completing their Certificate III traineeship
Interested in developing their skills and growing with the practice over the long term

What We Offer

Paid employment – earn while you learn
Full-time or part-time traineeship options depending on individual circumstances
Certificate III in Dental Assisting course costs paid by the practice
Hands-on training with experienced dental professionals
Exposure to a broad range of dental procedures
Experience across clinical assisting, sterilisation, administration and reception
A supportive workplace where you can gradually build your confidence and skills
A nationally recognised qualification upon successful completion
A genuine pathway into a long-term dental assisting career
Commitment to at least a further 12 months of continued full-time or equivalent ongoing employment following successful completion of the traineeship, subject to satisfactory performance and normal employment terms and conditions
Potential opportunities for longer-term employment and career development
Convenient Nundah location close to public transport

Hours & Employment

This position may be offered as either a full-time or part-time traineeship.

Working hours and training arrangements will be determined case by case with the successful applicant and in accordance with the approved traineeship requirements.

School-based traineeship arrangements may also be considered for eligible students.

Employment conditions and wages will be in accordance with the applicable traineeship arrangements, Award requirements and Australian workplace laws.

Interested?

If you're interested in dentistry and would like the opportunity to gain a qualification, earn an income and build a long-term career at the same time, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with:

Your resume; and
A short introduction telling us about yourself, why you're interested in dental assisting, and what you're hoping to do over the next few years.

No previous dental assisting experience is required.

We're looking for someone who wants more than simply a job. We're looking for someone who would like to learn, qualify, grow and build a stable career in dental assisting with our team.

Work Location: In person

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