Dental Coordinator

About the role

A dental clinic in Southport, Queensland is looking for an organised, people-focused Dental Coordinator to take ownership of its operations and help deliver excellent patient care. The role coordinates clinical and administrative functions so the practice runs smoothly, acting as the main point of support for dentists, staff and patients.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workflows, manage scheduling, rostering and resource allocation, and oversee stock, ordering and cost control
• Keep financial processes such as billing, banking and reporting accurate and timely, and monitor performance metrics
• Create a welcoming environment, handle patient enquiries and feedback, and maintain confidentiality
• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety standards, support accreditation and quality assurance, and assist clinicians during procedures
• Lead and mentor reception and dental assistant teams, support recruitment, onboarding and training, and address performance issues constructively

Required profile

• Previous experience in a dental or healthcare setting
• Strong administrative and organisational abilities, and proven ability to lead and motivate a team
• Confidence managing financial processes and reporting
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• A Certificate III in Dental Assisting or a relevant qualification is highly regarded

Required skills

• Familiarity with dental software systems
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• A leadership role with real impact on clinic success
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to develop leadership and operational skills

The advertised pay is $39-$43 per hour plus, and the closing date is Saturday 1 May 2027.