About Kew Periodontics and Dental Implants
- This highly regarded, well-established specialist practice provides patients with the highest standard of periodontal and dental implant treatment in a gentle and caring manner.
- Kew Periodontics and Dental Implants is the only practice in Melbourne to provide patients with state-of-the-art laser gum treatment using the LANAP protocol.
- We promote long-term patient relationships through quality care, patient education and excellent customer service.
- Our core values include excellence, being caring and acting with integrity at all times. We always do the right thing by our patients and our team.
- Our team consists of two skilled Periodontists, four passionate Dental Hygienists and one of the most dedicated, friendly and supportive teams you could find.
- We are open Monday-Friday. No weekend work required.
- Our practice is located in a wonderful position on the corner of High Street, Kew. We are in close proximity to great local shops, cafés and restaurants. We are also located on the tram line and are easily accessible by public transport.
- Our practice is growing and we are planning to relocate to a brand new, purpose built, state of the art facility at the end of 2024.
Benefits of working with our team
- Supportive team and culture: We are extremely fortunate to have an experienced, friendly, mature, fun group of individuals who work at Kew Periodontics and Dental Implants. This will ensure you are well supported in your role, whilst also working in a wonderful work environment.
- Ethical practice with high standards: Our practice values providing high quality care to our patients and always providing treatment options that are in the best interests of each individual.
- Work/life balance: Our practice is open Monday-Friday. No weekend work will be required. We also close for two weeks over the Christmas and New Year Period.
- Excellent hourly rate, according to your level of experience.
About you
- You are a dedicated, mature and experienced Dental Assistant.
- Warm, personable and an exceptional communicator.
- You are committed to providing patients with an unforgettable experience and ensuring they feel well cared for at all times.
- A motivated team player who goes above and beyond for our patients, the team and practice.
- Able to take initiative when necessary and work efficiently.
- Extraordinary organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience in Periodontics would be an advantage, however, this is not essential and the successful candidate will receive extensive training.
- Your core values align with those of our practice.
- On the ball and able to anticipate the needs of our patients and your team.
- Extraordinary organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Positive can-do attitude.
- Have strong work ethic, reliable, punctual and promote strong team spirit
- You have an excellent and up to date knowledge of infection control and sterilisation procedures.
About the role
- Excellent opportunity to join a specialist practice.
- Our practice has a very strong Hygiene department and we place great importance on this as part of our comprehensive care. A large part of this role will involve chairside assistance for our Dental Hygienists as well as periodontal charting and change overs and assisting with surgical set-ups and sterilisation.
- You will also assist our specialist Periodontists with non-surgical treatment. As our practice grows and we relocate to our new premises there will be the opportunity to further assist our Periodontists with surgical and laser procedures.
- Excellent hourly rate, depending on level of experience.
- This is a permanent full-time position for five days per week with no weekend work.
- Great work life balance.
We are very excited about meeting the next amazing member of our team and look forward to receiving your application! You can be assured that all enquiries and applications are strictly confidential.
Please submit your application and cover letter to Mr James Reimers via the 'Apply for this Job' button.