Barossa Dental | Practice Details: Chairs 10

Dental Assistant 

Employment Type: Casual Pool - Nuriootpa Region

Working Hours: AcrossMonday to Friday 

Nestled in the heart of Nuriootpa, Barossa Dental has long been a cornerstone of quality oral health care in the Barossa Valley. For decades, we’ve supported our community in achieving healthy, functional and confident smiles, with care that’s centred on understanding each patient’s needs and creating a positive, welcoming experience.

Our ten-chair practice is thoughtfully designed to feel calm, comfortable and inviting. From our bright, light-filled foyer to a relaxing lounge and dedicated children’s play space, every detail has been considered to help patients feel at ease because we know visiting the dentist can be daunting for some.

At Barossa Dental, purpose meets possibility. As part of a growing and forward-thinking approach to healthcare, we’re committed to delivering care that is more connected, more personal and more human. We continue to invest in our people, our practice and the latest technologies, ensuring we meet our patients where they are and support better health outcomes for the future.

Here, your work has real impact. Your voice is valued, your growth is supported and your contribution helps shape a healthier, happier community.

The purpose of this job is…

To support the delivery of safe, high-quality dental care and positive patient outcomes. The Dental Assistant assists with clinical procedures, maintains infection control standards, ensures equipment is properly sterilised, and keeps treatment rooms clean, organised, and ready for patient care.

What you’ll need to make it possible:

• Casual availability with a high level of flexibility, including the ability to be on call to cover sick leave and annual leave as required.
• Proven dental assisting experience is essential, with the ability to provide efficient and confident chair-side support. A Certificate III in Dental Assisting is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated chair-side assistance skills, including instrument handling, suction, mixing materials, assisting with X-rays, and sound knowledge of dental instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of infection control, with the ability to clean, prepare, and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment in line with BDC procedures and WHS requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm, patient-focused approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, modern, high-volume dental practice while contributing positively to a supportive team culture.

Why you’ll love it?

• A people-first culture that supports your health, happiness, and wellbeing.
• Career growth opportunities through ongoing learning and internal pathways.
• Exclusive benefits and discounts, including health insurance, tech, fitness, and lifestyle perks.
• A workplace that recognises, rewards, and celebrates your success.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.
We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants.
We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.

If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together.

For successful candidates, a Working with Children Check permit is required as part of our mandatory background check screening process.