Dental Assistant - Exact Orthodontics

Chairside at an orthodontic practice looks different to general dentistry, you're not treating the same mouth twice, you're watching a treatment plan unfold over months and years. You'll hand the right instrument at the right moment, calm a nervous kid before their next adjustment, and be part of the reason someone finally likes their smile in photos.

We're looking for a full-time Dental Assistant to join our specialist team in Indooroopilly and be that steady, capable presence chairside every day.

Responsibilities

Providing chairside assistance across a range of orthodontic procedures; Preparing and maintaining treatment rooms, and keeping infection control and sterilisation standards on point; Supporting our clinicians so appointments run efficiently and patients feel well looked after; Helping patients (and often their parents) understand what's happening and why; Work collaboratively within a supportive and professional orthodontic team

Requirements

Previous experience as a Dental Assistant, ideally in orthodontics or a specialist practice; Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting; Solid knowledge of infection control and sterilisation procedures; Confidence chairside and a calm, reassuring manner with anxious patients; Strong communication skills and genuine attention to detail; A reliable, team-first attitude

Benefits

Job security and consistent hours with a specialist practice; A supportive, close-knit team who'll back you in from day one; Ongoing training and development, plus the backing of the wider Abano Healthcare network; Room to grow your skills and your career long-term