Join Our Supportive Dental Team - Full-Time Dental Assistant Temp to Permanent Opportunity

Port Macquarie & Lake Cathie

Drake Medox is currently seeking Dental Assistants to join a trusted and community-focused provider located in the beautiful coastal towns of Port Macquarie and Lake Cathie. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing practice that offers high-quality, gentle dental care in a friendly and modern clinic environment.

What's on Offer:

• Excellent hourly rate

• Full-time role with consistent hours and stability

• A positive, supportive team culture where your work truly matters

• A well-established clinic with a strong local reputation

• Opportunities to grow with a practice that values excellence and learning

• Ongoing support from the Drake Medox healthcare team

Our client delivers a full range of services including general check-ups, cleans, fillings, crowns, teeth whitening, dentures, orthodontics, and sleep dentistry. Known for their gentle, patient-first approach, the team provides premium dental care to children and adults alike, using modern equipment and evidence-based practices.

We're Looking For:

• Experienced or qualified Dental Assistants (Cert III or IV in Dental Assisting preferred)

• A positive, professional attitude with a passion for patient care

• Great communication and teamwork skills

• Availability for full-time hours across weekdays and weekends

• Willingness to learn and contribute to a high-performing team

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Assisting dentists chairside during treatments

• Experience or willingness to assist with reception and admin tasks, including appointment scheduling and patient communications

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Positive attitude and commitment to patient care

• Maintaining infection control and sterilisation protocols

• Preparing and restocking treatment rooms and instruments

• Managing dental materials and stock

• Supporting patients with care and comfort throughout their visit

• Helping with basic administrative duties where needed

• Preparing treatment rooms and managing dental materials and stock

• Greeting patients and managing appointment bookings and patient enquiries at reception

About You:

• Minimum 6 months experience in a dental setting preferred

• Cert III or IV in Dental Assisting (or equivalent) highly regarded

• Current Police Check

• Working With Children Check

• COVID-19 vaccination

• Full Australian working rights

Whether you're an experienced Dental Assistant or ready to take the next step in your dental career, this is your chance to join a practice where you're genuinely valued and supported.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.