Dental Assistant Trainee

Are you ready to kick-start your dental career with an incredible opportunity? Look no further! East Coast Apprenticeships is offering a full-time Dental Assistant Traineeship that will set you on the path to success. Work alongside skilled professionals, receive top-notch training, and become a valued member of the dental profession. No experience? No problem! We provide comprehensive on-the-job training, ensuring you gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel. What does a Dental Assistant do? Dental Assistant’s are an integral part of the team at any Dental office. A Dental Assistant works closely with patients and colleagues everyday and strives towards providing a positive experience for all. As a Trainee Dental Assistant, you’ll study dentistry techniques and perform general office duties, including a range of patient care and laboratory duties You will be working full time 38 hours per week while studying a Certificate III in Dental Assisting If successful, you will be gaining experience in the workplace with one of our host employers. Traineeship duration: 12 months (Important – if you have completed a Certificate III or higher since leaving school you may not be eligible for this traineeship) Duties may include but not limited to: Greet patients and prepare them for treatment Mix materials for fillings; sterilise and prepare instruments Arrange and hand instruments, medication and dental materials to practitioners Prepare dental materials and develop x-rays Use suction devices and water sprays Perform routine maintenance on equipment May advise patients on dental health education and post-operative care May act as receptionist for dental practitioners, perform billing and other clerical tasks. Maintaining high standards of infection control Any other tasks requested by the host employer Applicants will ideally meet the following criteria: Be eligible to complete a traineeship Be well presented, enthusiastic, reliable and punctual Be motivated with a positive attitude Must have strong attention to detail & good dexterity skills High level of personal presentation Great listening abilities & compassionate nature Benefits Long term career possibilities for the right candidate East Coast Apprenticeships Field Officer assigned for support during the traineeship Gaining a Certificate III in Dental Assisting qualification whilst being paid on the job Genuine support for your personal wellbeing including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Modern Award rates apply Access the PACT Calculator via Fairwork Website to help you understand your hourly rate. The PACT calculator can be found at Please note: Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a visa that allows them to work in Australia Keep up to date with vacancies on our Facebook page Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview