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Hi, I’m
Lynne Fraser
Dental Assistant
Woorim,QLD
Work Preference
Overview
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Beyond Dental Care Sandstone Point
Senior Dental Nurse/Front Office Co-ordinator
07.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Assisting in dental surgery – 4 surgeries in operation, nurses rotate among dentists as well as sterilisation
- Stocking surgery & general cleanliness
- Reception duties as required, answering phones & making appointments
Northern Territory Remote Locum Program (NTRLP)Northern Territory (Central & Top End)
Dental Assistant
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Caboolture Dental Group
Senior Dental Nurse
07.2013 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Assisting in dental surgery – we had 13 dentists at the practice and a hygienist. Nurses had the opportunity to work with them all.
- Stocking surgery & general cleanliness
- Helping junior nurses with any issues
- Ordering of stock
- Assisting in the sterilisation room – as a big practice, everyone helps the sterilisation nurse when they have time.
- Setting up & using scanner/cerec machine when dentist is making crowns.
- Assisting with General Anaesthetic patient in rooms & at Caboolture Private Hospital
- Reception duties as required, answering phones, making appointments
Certification
- New Zealand Dental Assistants Certificate (Equivalent to Cert III in Australia)
- CPR Certificate (September 2025)
- Basics of Infection Prevention and Control Cert
- Accreditation to work with Aspen Medical in Northern Territory
- Accredited to work at Caboolture Private Hospital
- School Certificate
Summary of Skills and Attributes
Summary of Skills and Attributes
- Over 30 years’ experience working as a Dental Nurse in New Zealand, Australia, England & Nepal
- In November 2025, I spent 2 weeks in Espirito Santo, Vanuatu working as a Dental Assistant volunteer for Medical Santo
- I am very excited to be going to Guatamala for a month in June 2026 to volunteer as a Dental Assistant for Global Relief
- 6 trips to Nepal volunteering as a dental nurse for Project Yeti between 2019 & 2025. In 2023, I was elected to the board for this Australian Registered Charity
- Over the last 3 years, I have worked in the Northern Territory for RAHC (Remote Area Health Corp) in six different remote First Nations locations & also in Alice Springs at the Flynn Drive Dental Clinic. This agency was used by Northern Territory Health, now been taken over by Aspen Medical
- Friendly, outgoing personality – I love a challenge & enjoy meeting new people and experiencing different cultures.
- Committed to own professional and personal development. I get a lot of self-satisfaction from feeling I am making a difference & helping people in need
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Dental professional with solid foundation in dental assisting, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and collaborate effectively with dental teams. Known for attention to detail and excellent communication skills, fostering positive experience for patients and colleagues.
Timeline
Senior Dental Nurse/Front Office Co-ordinator
Beyond Dental Care Sandstone Point
07.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Northern Territory Remote Locum Program (NTRLP)
08.2022 - Current
Senior Dental Nurse
Caboolture Dental Group
07.2013 - 07.2024