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Dental Assistant - 1300SMILES ChinchillaAbano Healthcare Group · Chinchilla, AU-QLD, au

Abano Healthcare Group

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Dental Assistant - 1300SMILES Chinchilla

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🗓️ Posted 2026-09-29 Chinchilla, AU-QLD, au Full-time Hybrid Healthcare Medical
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$3,500–A$4,500/mo
Location: Chinchilla Employment: Full-time

About the Company

1300SMILES Chinchilla is a four-dentist practice with a reputation for gentle care with nervous patients, and it needs an experienced dental assistant to help keep it that way. The practice provides general and restorative dentistry to patients across Chinchilla and the Western Downs. It's also known for meticulous dentistry, a personal touch with every patient and a warm welcome at the front desk. If you're confident across the full range of general dentistry and enjoy helping patients feel comfortable, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Job

This full-time role suits an experienced Dental Assistant who takes pride in a well-run surgery and a calm patient experience. You'll work chairside alongside our dentists, supporting a wide variety of treatments and helping each appointment run smoothly. You'll also work closely with the hygiene team, the practice manager and the front desk team. Your appointments will cover the full range of general care, from check-ups and fillings to crowns, root canal treatment and extractions.

Role & Responsibilities

  • ● Providing chairside assistance across general, restorative and preventive treatments.
  • ● Preparing treatment rooms, instruments and materials before each appointment.
  • ● Cleaning, sterilising and reprocessing instruments in line with ADA infection control guidelines.
  • ● Keeping patients comfortable and informed, especially those who feel anxious.
  • ● Updating clinical notes and charting in the practice management software.
  • ● Helping with stock control and ordering for your surgery.

Requirements

Certifications

  • ● Previous experience as a Dental Assistant and/or a Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or higher).

Experience

  • ● Reliability, and a willingness to share your experience with newer team members.

Skills

  • ● Sound knowledge of infection control and sterilisation protocols.
  • ● Confidence using dental practice management software.
  • ● A calm, reassuring manner with nervous patients.
  • ● Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • ● The right to work in Australia.

Benefits

  • ● Monday to Friday practice hours, with no weekend work.
  • ● Variety across general, restorative and preventive dentistry.
  • ● Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • ● Work alongside four dentists and an oral health therapist in an established practice.
  • ● Free onsite parking.
  • ● Access to Abano Uni Online for training and skills pathways.
  • ● A free, confidential Employee Assistance Program.
  • ● 9% off Medibank Corporate health cover.
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  • ● Rewards of up to 20,000 through the Abano Referral Program.
  • ● Everyday savings through the Flare Benefits app.
Credential Requirements for Australia
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AMC MCQ + Clinical Exam

Australian Medical Council

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 3,500–5,000 Timeline: 1–2 years
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AHPRA Registration

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 700–900/year Timeline: 4–8 weeks

Legally required to use protected title and practise

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AHPRA Registration (Nursing and Midwifery)

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (NMBA)

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 200–400/year Timeline: 4–8 weeks
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AHPRA Pharmacy Board Registration

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 400–700/year Timeline: 3–6 months
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ADC Written + Practical Examination

Australian Dental Council

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 5,000–8,000 Timeline: 1–2 years
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AHPRA Dental Board Registration

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 400–700/year Timeline: 4–8 weeks