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Monash Health is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Dental Assistant to provide all aspects of chair side assistance, sterilization and clerical duties. If you are looking to work in a positive supportive environment, then this role is for you!
- Monash Health Dental Services Springvale
- Permanent Full Time or Part Time Positions
We are now looking to engage a highly motivated Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our team at our Springvale Site.
About the Role
Reporting to the Team Coordinator, you will work closely with a committed and passionate team. You will be the first point of contact both over the phone and face to face with patients so your presentation and communication will be key to your success. Your key responsibilities will include:
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Provide chairside assitance
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Maintain infection control standards
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Managing appointments and systems
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Scanning, filing and faxing confidential documents
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Making appointments in person and over the phone
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Facilitate patient flow by communicating with patients and clinical staff
About You/ Skills & Experience
To be considered for this important role you will ideally possess the following:
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Certificate III in Dental Assisting (essential)
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Certificate IV in Oral Health Promotion
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good organisational skills and a positive, enthusiastic attitude towards work
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a full understanding of infection control procedures and tracking systems
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thorough and extensive knowledge of dental procedures
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a friendly, outgoing and reliable demeanour
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strong communication and relationship skills
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well-developed clinical and administrative skills
Previous experience with Titanium software would be an advantage but is not mandatory.
What’s on offer
This role offers you the chance to make a real contribution to the dental care we provide to a broad range of clients across south-east Melbourne. As an important member of our committed team, we can offer you:
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A comprehensive orientation program
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Ongoing professional development as you increase your skills
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The ability to access one day off per month
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Salary packaging benefits that increase your take home pay
As an additional incentive, you may also have the opportunity to work in the Private Dental Clinic.
In Return
You’ll enjoy the variety that comes from working in this role with a range of team members. Monash Health positions us well to offer you the ability to access a wide range of opportunities and experiences as your skills and career progress. Monash Health recognises the value of equal employment opportunity and is committed to promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace.
If you’re looking to progress your Dental Nursing career in an environment where you can make a real difference, send us your application today!
For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Julie Papaxanthou on 0404 488 366.
Position Description can be found here
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close February 5th, 2026.
Other facts
About Monash Health
Monash Health is Victoria, Australia’s largest and most comprehensive health service.
We deliver care for people over their entire lifespan, from pre-birth to end-of-life, providing consolidated, integrated, comprehensive, and often highly complex care.
With 25,500 employees, Monash Health provides care to south-eastern metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria via telehealth, within local communities, and in people’s homes.
Our major hospitals include Monash Medical Centre, Monash Children’s Hospital, Dandenong Hospital, Casey Hospital, and the newly opened Victorian Heart Hospital, which is Australia’s first dedicated cardiac hospital. Monash Health provides significant care at Moorabbin Hospital, the Kingston Centre, and the Cranbourne Integrated Community Care Centre, and in total, they operate more than 40 care locations.
Monash Health is uniquely positioned as a large-scale, publicly funded health service that improves the health outcomes of their community. Annually, we provide more than 3.6 million episodes of care and deliver more than 10,000 babies.
We’re committed to being a fair, equitable, and non-discriminatory workplace that maximises the talent, potential, and contribution of all employees. With such a wide range of locations and specialties, we’ll proudly help you grow your career in healthcare.
What you'll do
- The Dental Assistant will provide chairside assistance, maintain infection control standards, and manage appointments. They will also facilitate patient flow by communicating with patients and clinical staff.
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