Clinical Coordinator - Dental Practice

About the role

A well-established, patient-focused dental practice is seeking an experienced Clinical Coordinator to oversee daily clinical operations, support the dental team and ensure high standards of patient care. The role suits an experienced Dental Assistant, Senior Dental Assistant or existing Clinical Coordinator who enjoys ownership, mentoring colleagues and keeping a busy clinical environment organised and efficient.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily clinical operations to ensure efficient patient flow and smooth appointment schedules
• Support, mentor and supervise dental assistants
• Maintain high standards of infection control, sterilisation and clinical compliance
• Oversee clinical stock levels, order supplies and manage inventory
• Coordinate equipment maintenance so dental surgeries stay fully operational
• Support dentists with clinical workflows and treatment preparation
• Help with onboarding, training and development of clinical staff
• Monitor clinical procedures and implement improvements to operational efficiency
• Ensure adherence to Australian dental industry standards and workplace health and safety requirements
• Work with practice management and support a range of procedures such as general dentistry, restorative treatments, root canal therapy and crowns and bridges

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Senior Dental Assistant, Clinical Coordinator or in a similar dental leadership role
• Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting highly regarded
• Strong understanding of dental procedures, clinical workflows and infection control protocols
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Confident leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and support team members
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Passion for dentistry and delivering exceptional patient care

Required skills

• Experience with dental practice management software is advantageous
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative team
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and improving clinical efficiency