DentalAssistant

HCF Dental is seeking a dedicated and professional Dental Assistant to join our team at our Melbourne 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 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 full time permanent position (Mon-Fri)** Based in our Melbourne Dental Center on Collins Street. ## ## ## 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 dental assistant duties. * Teamwork and coop