North Coast Dental

06/05/2026

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant? Look no further! Come and join our ever-expanding team! Join us for a fun, fast-paced, and caring environment.

Flexible casual role with competitive pay. Join our supportive team and grow your dental career on the North Coast.

24/04/2026

At North Coast Dental, we’re proud to have a team of passionate, caring practitioners who truly love what they do - and it shows in every smile we help create.

From your routine hygiene visit to more advanced treatments, our experienced team is here to support you every step of the way.

We offer a full range of dental care, including:
• Restorations
• Root canal treatment
• Crowns & Bridges
• Cosmetic Dentistry (including in-chair whitening ⭐️)
• Invisalign
• Implant Treatment
• Night Guards, take home whitening, snoring appliance, sports guards.

Whether you’re coming in for a simple visit or something more complex, you’ll always be treated like part of our family 🤍

We can’t wait for your to meet the friendly faces behind your care!!

📞 Book your appointment today or say hello next time you are in the clinic.

11/03/2026

Come and join the team!

Dental Nurse role offering competitive pay, skill growth, and a supportive team focused on patient care and professional development.

10/03/2026

Casual Dental Assistant / Receptionist

North Coast Dental – Ballina

North Coast Dental is looking for a friendly, reliable Dental Assistant / Receptionist to join our team in Ballina.

This is a casual role with the potential to become permanent for the right person. The position is a dual role, with some days working on reception and other days assisting our clinicians chairside.

We are hoping to find someone who can start soon and begin training with our team immediately.

About Us

North Coast Dental is a well-established and busy practice with seven providers and a dedicated support team. Our clinic sees a wide variety of patients each day, and we pride ourselves on providing high-quality care in a welcoming and professional environment.

About the Role

This role offers variety across both clinical assisting and reception, and would suit someone who enjoys being involved in all aspects of a dental practice.

Your responsibilities may include:

Clinical (Dental Assisting)

Chairside assisting during dental procedures

Preparing and maintaining treatment rooms

Instrument sterilisation and infection control

Supporting clinicians throughout procedures

Monitoring and restocking clinical supplies

Reception

Welcoming patients and ensuring they feel comfortable when they arrive

Managing appointment schedules across multiple providers

Answering phone calls and assisting with enquiries

Processing payments and health fund claims

Maintaining accurate patient records

Some days will be primarily reception based, while other days will be supporting our clinicians in the surgery.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

Warm, friendly, and professional with patients

Reliable, organised, and able to manage a busy environment

A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a team

Comfortable using computers and learning new systems

Dental assisting experience is preferred, however we are open to training the right person who is motivated and eager to learn.

What We Offer

A supportive and professional team environment

A varied role across reception and clinical work

The opportunity to develop your skills within a busy practice

Casual employment with potential for permanent hours

Start Date

We are looking for someone who can commence soon so training can begin with the team.

How to Apply

If this sounds like a role you would enjoy, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your resume and a short introduction about yourself to: [email protected]

Call now to connect with business.

22/12/2025

MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄
We are off on Christmas break from today.
We will return the 5th of Jan at 8am.

If you find yourself in a painful emergency over the Christmas break - please call 66865566 and follow the instructions.

We wish you all a safe and merry festive season 💚❤️💚❤️

21/10/2025

🌟 Now Hiring: Dental Assistant Team Leader 🌟

Join our 4-chair dental practice with beautiful Richmond River views! We’re looking for a part-time, permanent team leader to support our clinicians and lead our dental assistant team.

About the Role:

Lead daily team huddles and coordinate workflow

Manage stock and conduct stocktakes

Assist clinicians chairside

Foster a positive and professional team environment

Requirements:

Dental assisting experience

Strong communication and organisational skills

Leadership or supervisory experience desirable

Why You’ll Love It:

Work with a wonderful, supportive team

Serve fantastic, loyal patients

Contribute to community dental initiatives

📩 To Apply: Send your cover letter and resume to Brittaney, Practice Manager at [email protected]

Take the next step in your career — lead our amazing team and love where you work! 💙

Call now to connect with business.

14/10/2025

We’re excited to introduce Dr Justin Pakin and Erin Clarke, the newest members of our team at North Coast Dental.

📞 Book now: www.northcoastdental.com.au | (02) 6686 5566

Combining advanced technology and a compassionate touch, we offer implants, same-day crowns, Invisalign, and options to support even the most anxious patients.

Our dedicated hygiene department ensures every smile is built on prevention, maintenance, and long-term oral health.

Modern dentistry, delivered with care — right here in the Northern Rivers.

24/09/2025

Have you had the pleasure of meeting Dr Olivia Gellatly and experiencing her gentle, caring approach?

We feel so honoured to have Olivia as part of our team!

Olivia is a lifelong local and a recent Bachelor of Dentistry graduate. She is passionate about providing high-quality care across a wide range of treatments. Olivia values building long-term relationships with patients of all ages and particularly enjoys working with children, helping them feel comfortable and confident at the dentist.

With a keen eye for detail, Olivia also has a special interest in cosmetic treatment—helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles they love. She is excited to grow her career here in our community and looks forward to caring for the families who make North Coast Dental such a special place.

24/09/2025

Have you been looking for Glen?
Dr Glen Hughes, BDS (Hons), MIntHealth, is the Principal Dentist and heart of North Coast Dental, which he opened in 2020 as a family clinic to provide exceptional, personalised care. He has proudly served the Northern Rivers community since 1997.

BOOK NOW: www.northcoastdental.com.au

With experience across Australia and overseas, Glen is dedicated to delivering patient-focused, high-quality dental care in a safe and welcoming environment. For Glen, dentistry is about more than teeth — it’s about caring for the community he calls home.

Unfortunately, Glen is no longer taking new patients, but our excellent team at North Coast Dental, including his son Dr Jared Hughes, BDSc, MDent, MClinDent (Implantology), are ready to care for you and your smile.

North Coast Dental™ is conveniently located in Ballina. We offer quality dental care including dental implants, clear aligners, bridges root canals & more.

03/09/2025

✨ Exciting news at North Coast Dental! ✨
We’re thrilled to welcome Erin Clarke to our team! 🦷💙 Erin is a highly skilled and caring hygienist who brings years of experience and a gentle nature.

Whether you’ve known Erin for a long time or are looking for a fresh start with your dental care, she’s here to help you keep your smile healthy and bright.

📅 Book your appointment via www.northcoastdental.com.au today and come say hi to Erin at North Coast Dental!

North Coast Dental™ is conveniently located in Ballina. We offer quality dental care including dental implants, clear aligners, bridges root canals & more.