Dental Assistant Position

We’re searching for an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our tight-knit, growing team. Could you be our next Dental Assistant?

The Dental Assistant role is a key position within our practice. As a Dental Assistant at Brisbane Smiles, you’ll provide an exceptional level of patient care while supporting our Dentists and Dental Hygienists with their clinical needs. This role is a support level role that reports directly to the Practice Manager. Here at Brisbane Smiles, we strive to provide incredible patient experiences and market-leading service.

our philosophy

About Brisbane Smiles

Brisbane Smiles has been providing the best dental experiences to patients for 75 years!

At Brisbane Smiles, we pride ourselves on our core values — Consistency, Growth, Team, Passionate, Excellence, People-First.

Dental Assistants are responsible for providing outstanding customer service to patients and support to General Dentists and OHTs. Brisbane Smiles has a large team, advanced technology and dental laboratory services onsite. We’re conveniently located in Toowong, 4km from the CBD.

Role Details

A Dental Assistant performs a variety of patient care, administrative and clinical duties, and works under the direction of a Dentist or Dental Hygienist when examining and treating patients. The duties of a Dental Assistant include, however are not limited to, assisting a dental operator during procedures and check-ups, preparing instruments for dental procedures, cleaning and maintaining treatment rooms in accordance with Brisbane Smiles infection control policy and procedures, ensuring dental supplies are adequately stocked and providing support to administrative staff.

  • Working within a team of General Dentists/OHT/Hygienist/Prosthetist/Dental Technicians
  • Mentorship available to expand your skillset
  • Applicant must be open to learning and working within a team
  • Learn digital workflows
  • Inner-city location in Toowong

 

Technology available: As a Dental Assistant at Brisbane Smiles, you will have access to leading technology and processes.

  • Surgery set up with Belmont knee-break chairs, IO Camera and X-Rays
  • Computers with three monitors: assistant-side touchscreen, patient upright touchscreen, ceiling monitor
  • Digital X-Ray Sensors – wired instant images
  • Planmeca Promax Proface OPG CBCT
  • 3-shape Trios 3 Scanners
  • Prepstart Air Abrasion
  • EMS Airflow, Satelec Scalers, Electrosurg, Implant Center 2 with Piezosurg and Kavo EXPERTsurg Implant Motor
  • Nikon DSLR Cameras with Consult room for studio photography
  • Dedicated consultation rooms
  • Full-Service Dental Laboratory with Experienced Dental Technicians
 

Who We’re Looking For

We’re searching for a Dental Assistant who:

  • Displays our core values
  • Is passionate about providing the best dental experience to patients
  • Is ready to work in a high-performing team environment
 

Requirements:

  • High School Certificate or equivalent and on the job training; or
  • Certificate III or Certificate IV in Dental Assisting or equivalent experience;
  • A radiation license may be required in accordance with any relevant state or territory regulation.

What We Offer

Joining the team at Brisbane Smiles can give you career stability and opportunity to grow.  Brisbane Smiles has specialised roles which are various, challenging and meaningful. Packages are backed with Competitive Pay and position-tailored incentive plans offered for long-term team members.

Here at Brisbane Smiles, we’re focused on providing the best dental experience by fostering a skilled and passionate team. Our Vision is to provide Brisbane’s No.1 patient experience and create stunning smiles. With a large team of over 35, the practice has a strong team culture of respect and support.

Privately owned and run practice with 75 years of history and a great team culture.

Brisbane Smiles has been located in Toowong and St Lucia for 75 years and is a large practice with single family owner.

Services, technology and facilities that allow you to focus on providing the best experience for your patients

Our in-house Dental Laboratory, modern operatories and support staff allow you to focus on providing the best dental experience to your patients.

A tight-knit and friendly team culture.

We pride ourselves on our close-knit, friendly and supportive work culture. We frequently hold team events, celebrations and all-staff monthly meetings. Here at Brisbane Smiles, we celebrate the wins of our team members and work to uplift and support one another.

Established patient base with high flow of new patients.

We have serviced our patient base for 75 years and have an outstanding reputation for advanced aesthetic procedures. This generates a high flow of existing and new patients for extensive general and cosmetic dental procedures.  Based upon high-quality routine dental care through 6-monthly recall appointments.

Advanced technology and laboratory technical services.

We use both digital and traditional workflows to ensure the best patient and staff experiences. Additionally, our in-house dental laboratory provides you with access to a higher level of dental technical services.

Great staff benefits and a work-life balance.

The majority of our Brisbane Smiles Team work a 38-hour, 4 day week with rewarding remuneration packages. The practice hours are weekdays excluding public holidays with no late nights. We have an in-house Dental Laboratory, with personal Dental Technicians who work with each Dentist.

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If this role looks exciting to you, please get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application.

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Brisbane Smiles Christmas & New Year hours 🎄

Our team will be taking a short break to celebrate the holidays and spend time with family and friends. Please note our holiday hours:

🕒 Closing: 5:30 PM on Tuesday, 23rd of December
🕒 Reopening: Monday, 5th January

You can contact us during this time via email at info@brisbanesmiles.com.au and we will get back to you as soon as we return.

We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year with bright smiles and plenty of festive cheer! ✨🦷

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Wrapping up the year the best way we know how: together, with plenty of laughs and festive cheer 🎄✨

Our Christmas lunch, Secret Santa and gift exchange was full of laughs, surprises… and a special visit from Santa 🎅 (who may or may not have been Steph from our clinical team 👀)

We took a moment to reflect on all we have achieved together - the milestones, the advancements in patient care, and the wins big and small. We also celebrated our incredible team by handing out awards to recognise their dedication and outstanding contributions. Every member of our Brisbane Smiles family has helped make 2025 such a remarkable year!

Thank you to our incredible team for such a fun-packed year, and to our wonderful community. We wish you a Christmas filled with joy, laughter and plenty of smiles!

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Smile Makeover! 🌟🦷
For this patient, we created a custom treatment plan to restore and enhance their upper teeth. The result? 10 bespoke Porcelain Crowns, carefully crafted to improve both function and aesthetics.

These upper crowns were designed to provide a natural, balanced, and long-lasting smile. Each crown was custom-made in our in-house dental laboratory for precision and quality.

Book your complimentary consultation by visiting the link in our bio or by calling us on 3870 3333. 📲

Provider: Andrei Mihailescu 
General Dentist (DEN0002177882)

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⚠️ Treatment outcomes differ for each individual and cannot be guaranteed. All photos and videos feature actual patients and are for informational purposes only. All surgical or invasive procedures carry risks. Before proceeding, consult a qualified health practitioner and seek a second opinion. Go to bsmiles.au/txinfo to learn about potential risks and important treatment considerations.
Meet Paula, one of our local Oral Health Therapists and a valued member of the Brisbane Smiles family! 💙🦷

Proudly local and family-owned, Brisbane Smiles has been serving Toowong and Brisbane families for generations, and team members like Paula make all the difference. With years of experience in both public and private dental care, and a special passion for pediatric dentistry, Paula ensures every patient receives personalised, gentle care.

Whether it’s helping children feel confident in the chair, guiding families on preventive dental care, or bringing her community-focused experience to the practice, Paula embodies the heart of Brisbane Smiles - delivering care with expertise and a friendly smile every day ✨

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Smile Makeover! 🌟🦷 For this patient, we completed a bespoke treatment plan to address worn, chipped, and weakened teeth. This comprehensive full-mouth restoration included 28 Porcelain Crowns and 2 Dental Implants, all carefully planned and custom-crafted in our in-house Dental Laboratory to restore both function and aesthetics.

At Brisbane Smiles, we ensure every treatment is tailored to your unique preferences and conditions. Book your complimentary consultation by visiting the link in our bio or by calling us on 3870 3333. 

Provider: Andrei Mihailescu 
General Dentist (DEN0002177882)

#BrisbaneSmiles #SmileMakeover #porcelaincrowns 

⚠️ Treatment outcomes differ for each individual and cannot be guaranteed. All photos and videos feature actual patients and are for informational purposes only. All surgical or invasive procedures carry risks. Before proceeding, consult a qualified health practitioner and seek a second opinion. Go to bsmiles.au/txinfo to learn about potential risks and important treatment considerations.