HCF Dental

DentalAssistant

hornsby, new south wales, australia CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Dental Assistant at HCF Dental. Skills: Clinical assistance, Patient care, Operational efficiency, Compliance. Provide clinical assistance to dentists, ensuring patient comfort and efficiency throughout their visit.. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment in accordance with HCF policies and procedures.”

What You'll Achieve.

Efficient management of handpieces, stock, and materials.; Satisfactory assistance and competency in all dental assistant duties.; Good communication, punctuality, and attendance.

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Initiative and common sense in daily tasks

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Previous dental knowledge and experience, Neat appearance and sound personal hygiene, High level of confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy, Initiative and common sense in daily tasks, Basic computer literacy

Nice to Have

Reception experience or willingness to be cross-trained, Qualifications in radiography, sterilising, and/or first aid, Certificate III in Dental Assisting

What You'll Do.

Provide clinical assistance to dentists

ensuring patient comfort and efficiency throughout their visit.

and organised clinical environment in accordance with HCF policies and procedures.

Support the Practice Manager and Dentist in Charge

promoting teamwork and smooth dental centre operations.

Monitor patient day sheets

prepare for patient lists

and accommodate emergencies where possible.

Coordinate patient flow

and preparing patients for treatment.

Assist with chair-side duties: instrument and material set-up

and radiograph development.

Uphold infection control standards

manage surgery changeover and cleaning

and perform equipment and stock maintenance.

Process and sterilise instruments

maintain stock levels

and validate sterilisation cycles.

Report any fraudulent behaviour or activity as required.

Comply with Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation

and procedures. Report hazards

and injuries promptly.

Participate in meetings

and health and safety activities.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Support the Practice Manager and Dentist in Charge, promoting teamwork and smooth dental centre operations.; Teamwork and cooperation, including flexibility for additional tasks.

Communication Scope

Good communication

Full Job Description

HCF Dental is seeking a dedicated and professional Casual Dental Assistant to join our team at our Hornsby Dental Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about delivering exceptional clinical support and maintaining a welcoming, efficient environment for patients and team members. As a casual Dental Assistant, you will work alongside our Dentists and Practice Manager to ensure high-quality patient care, compliance with our Dental Quality Management System, and the smooth running of day-to-day operations. **Please note this is a Casual Dental Assistant position** Based at our Hornsby Dental Center for 3 days a week. Ideal days - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday. ## Key Responsibilities * Provide clinical assistance to dentists, ensuring patient comfort and efficiency throughout their visit. * Maintain a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment in accordance with HCF policies and procedures. * Support the Practice Manager and Dentist in Charge, promoting teamwork and smooth dental centre operations. * Monitor patient day sheets, prepare for patient lists, and accommodate emergencies where possible. * Coordinate patient flow, including escorting, settling, and preparing patients for treatment. * Assist with chair-side duties: instrument and material set-up, procedure support, mixing materials, data entry, and radiograph development. * Uphold infection control standards, manage surgery changeover and cleaning, and perform equipment and stock maintenance. * Process and sterilise instruments, maintain stock levels, and validate sterilisation cycles. * Report any fraudulent behaviour or activity as required. * Comply with Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, policies, and procedures. Report hazards, near misses, and injuries promptly. * Participate in meetings, training, and health and safety activities. ## ## ## Key Performance Areas * Efficient management of handpieces, stock, and materials. * Satisfactory assistance and competency in all de

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