Dental Assistants
Snapshot
Dental Assistants prepare patients for dental examination and assist Dental Practitioners, Hygienists and Therapists in providing care and treatment.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 19500 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $750 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | below average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | very high |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | good |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- receiving and preparing patients
- arranging and handing instruments, medication, and other dental requisites to Dental Practitioners
- preparing dental materials and processing X-rays
- using suction devices and water sprays
- performing routine maintenance on equipment
- sterilising and preventing cross infection of equipment
- may advise patients on dental health education and post-operative care and procedures
- may act as receptionist for Dental Practitioners
- may perform billing and other clerical tasks.
Job Titles
- Dental Assistant