Ready to Step Up? Join Us in Ballina and Grow Your Dental Career Permanent Full-Time | Above Award Pay Penalty Rates | Flexible Roster Options If you’re a skilled Dental Assistant looking for your next challenge, this is your moment . At Pacific Smiles Ballina, we’re offering a rare opportunity to step into a leadership support role that’s both hands-on and career-building — all within a friendly, well-supported environment. Your Next Career Step Starts Here This role is perfect for a driven Dental Assistant who wants to expand their leadership skills and make a meaningful impact. You’ll be working closely with the Centre Leader and supported every step of the way by our regional team and expert Head Office departments in HR, IT, and more. We’ll provide: Ongoing development tailored to help you grow into leadership Hands-on training and daily mentoring A supportive, collaborative team culture at centre level and beyond A 9-day fortnight option to promote work-life balance Modern facilities and free on-site parking What You’ll Be Doing Your role will be a dynamic mix of practice operations, team support, and patient care. You’ll: Assist with reception, chairside, and sterilisation duties Help lead the day-to-day running of the centre Manage stock, assist with financial reporting and rostering Support your team with leadership, guidance, and training Ensure compliance, safety, and exceptional patient experiences What You’ll Bring to the Team Dental experience is essential — leadership experience is a big plus Cert III or IV in Dental Assisting (or equivalent knowledge) Confidence in your ability to support and guide others A warm, approachable communication style Commitment to excellence, teamwork, and reliability What’s in It for You? Above award salary plus penalty rates Career progression pathways with training and support Access to a corporate fitness program Recognition and reward programs 4 weeks of annual leave 17.5% leave loading A growing network offering long-term job stability Our Vision is Bigger Than Teeth At Pacific Smiles, we believe in creating positive experiences — for our patients and for our people. You’ll be joining a passionate team in Ballina, where your success is backed by regional leaders and Head Office professionals who are invested in your journey. Don’t wait for the “perfect time” — the right opportunity is here. Apply today and bring your dental career to life in Ballina. Apply now First Name (required) 480f1f17 Last Name (required) 9821369a Email (required) cd42b734 Refer someone to this job Apply Please wait Done Not You? We have emailed you a code to verify your identity. Please check your spam/junk folder if you don't receive the email in your inbox. Please enter your validation code: Verify Please wait Done Thank you Recommended jobs Dental Reception/ Assistant Job 498850 Bayside & South Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC VIC Australia Bayside & South Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, VIC, Australia Dental Assistant Part time Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Receptionist with dental assisting experience to grow your career in a supportive team at our Mulgrave centre. This role is primarily front desk focused, with occasional clinical support as needed. Dental Receptionist Job 499035 Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs Brisbane QLD QLD Australia Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs Brisbane QLD, QLD, Australia, 4000 Administration Full time Full-time Dental Receptionist - Brisbane CBD. Join our newly relocated centre with modern facilities, supportive team, and above award pay. Dental Assistant Job 499041 Parramatta & Western Suburbs Sydney NSW NSW Australia 141 Railway Street, Parramatta & Western Suburbs Sydney NSW, NSW, Australia, 2150 Dental Assistant Casual Ongoing casual positions available in our Western Sydney region! We are able to provide flexibility around your other commitments or progress to a permanent position in future if you wish! Oral Health Therapist Job 498676 Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW NSW Australia Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW, NSW, Australia Oral Health Therapist Casual, Full time, Part time Rare opportunity for great OHT to join our Nowra centre! Support our Dentists and patients and independently treat within your full scope Trainee Dental Assistant Job 499030 Wagga Wagga & Riverina NSW Australia Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW, Australia, 2650 Dental Assistant Trainee Great traineeship opportunity - learn on the job and obtain nationally recognised qualifications with Pacific Smiles Group! Dental Assistant Job 498954 Lismore & Far North Coast. All Gold Coast QLD NSW. QLD Australia Hunter Street, Lismore & Far North Coast, NSW, Australia, 2480. All Gold Coast QLD, QLD, Australia Dental Assistant Part time Join our Ballina team part-time (Mon, Tue, Thu weekends). Experience needed a great attitude!