Dental Assistant - Maven Dental Cairns City

Maven Dental Cairns City is a welcoming, well-established practice on McLeod Street, offering a wide range of dental treatments. Known for our gentle approach and exceptional patient care, we're proud to provide a friendly and supportive environment for both patients and staff.We're looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team full-time, supporting our dentists chairside. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians and expand your skills.Job DescriptionThis is a chairside role, suited to an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys surgical work, or who has strong general experience and wants to build on it.Working closely with our dentists, hygienists, Practice Manager and front office team, you'll help deliver exceptional patient care and support the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.What your days look like:You'll provide chairside support across a range of general, restorative and implant procedures while creating a positive experience for patients. You'll also assist with oral surgery and Invisalign scans.Monday to Friday, with no weekend work.Your responsibilities will include:Providing chairside assistance across general, restorative and preventive treatmentsPreparing treatment rooms and sterilising instruments in line with infection control standardsKeeping patients comfortable and informed, especially those who feel anxiousMaintaining accurate clinical notes and charting in the practice management softwareHelping with stock control and ordering for your surgeryQualificationsTo succeed in the role, you will bring:Previous experience as a Dental Assistant and/or a Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting (essential)Knowledge of infection control and sterilisation protocolsConfidence using dental practice management softwareExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsStrong attention to detail and organisational abilities.Clear and professional communication with patients and the teamAdditional InformationWhy join Maven Dental Cairns City?We want our dental assistants to feel they have something worth staying for. At Maven Dental Cairns City, that means:Monday to Friday practice hours, with no weekend workFree street parkingWork alongside a supportive and experienced team, including six dentists and three dental hygienistsOngoing training, mentorship and professional development opportunitiesLong-term career pathways in areas such as senior dental assisting, treatment coordination and practice managementA positive workplace culture where your contribution is valuedCompetitive remuneration based on experienceAs part of the Abano Healthcare network, you'll also have access to:Abano Uni Online for training and skills pathwaysA free, confidential Employee Assistance Program9% off Medibank Corporate health coverRewards of up to $20,000 through the Abano Referral ProgramEveryday savings through the Flare Benefits appThis role gives you the opportunity to keep developing your clinical skills and support newer team members, while building a strong foundation for your longer-term career in dental.How to applyApplications are reviewed as they come in. To apply, please submit your CV along with a short answer to this question:What do you enjoy most about working in dental?A few sentences is plenty, and a cover letter isn't required.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.