Dental Assistant Traineeship

Maxima is a leading Group Training Organisation - we manage recruitment, placement and ongoing support of trainees and apprentices on behalf of our host employers. We aim to help you kick-start your career into the job or industry of your choice, boost your employment credentials and equip you with the skills and knowledge to be able to succeed in the future.

Your Host Employer:

Our Host Employer is a specialist dental practice. They aim to provide superb quality and friendly specialist treatment to ensure that the optimal patient health and aesthetic outcome is achieved. They provide an exceptional level of care and the patient's well-being and comfort are of the utmost importance.

Benefits:

• Gateway into a secure career
• Part time - minimum 21 hours per week with potential to work more hours
• Located at Morphett Vale with one day a week at Torrensville for variety
• Gain all dental fundamentals needed in an exciting specialist environment
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniform provided
• Receive a nationally recognised qualification

Maxima, and our Host Employer, are looking for a dedicated individual to undertake an entry-level Dental Assistant Traineeship.

Located in the southern suburbs of Adelaide, this parttime opportunity is great for those who love working with people, thrive working under pressure and are looking for a gateway into the dental industry. 

Gain on-the-job training and mentoring from experienced professionals as well as paid study towards a nationally recognised Certificate III in Dental Assisting.

Duties Include: 

• Offer patient care leading up to and during the appointment
• Provide chair side support during oral procedures 
• Assist to explain treatment procedures and after care to patients
• Sterilise dental instruments 
• Prepare equipment for appointments 
• Record and maintain patient information 

• Genuine interest in dentistry
• Can build rapport with a variety of individuals 
• Strong work ethic; reliable and punctual 
• Works effectively as part of a team and under limited supervision
• Efficient organisational and time management skills
• Comfortable working under pressure 

• Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment medical assessment 
• Covid-19 vaccinations (or willing to obtain)
• Background Clearances (or willing to obtain)
• Strong computer knowledge including Microsoft packages

Click Apply and complete the online application form, attaching a copy of your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role.

Recent school leavers are encouraged to apply.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

National Traineeship wages and conditions apply.

For further information please visit our website www.maxima.com.au  

At Maxima we are committed to supporting positively diverse and including workforces which value all backgrounds and experiences.  We encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, people from a culturally or linguistically diverse background, people of all gender identities and people living with a disability.

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