Dental Assistant

Department of Health, Tasmania; Riverside; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Fitness Passport

Job summary

The Department of Health, Tasmania, invites applications for a Dental Assistant to join the North-West team. The role provides chairside assistance to Dental Clinicians and supports high quality oral health services, with a focus on infection control, equipment prep and accurate record-keeping.

Permanent, part-time position (53.2 hours per fortnight), day work, commencing as soon as able. Salary $76,849–$82,996 per annum, with 12% superannuation and salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualification.
• Working with Children Registration.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilisation standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to Dental Clinicians.
• Ensure infection control and sterilisation practices are followed.
• Prepare equipment and materials and maintain clinical records.

Skills

Infection control

Sterilisation standards

Team communication

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualification

Job description

Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - Tasmanian Health Services

Applications must be submitted by Friday 30 October, 2026 11:55 PM

Friday 30 October, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 3

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

North West

Location:

This role provides clinical chairside assistance to Dental Clinicians while supporting the delivery of high quality oral health services.

Oral Health Services Tasmania provides high quality public dental care across the state, delivering preventative, restorative and emergency oral health services to the community. With a focus on clinical excellence, accessibility and patient centred care, the service plays a vital role in improving oral health outcomes for Tasmanians through a statewide network of dental clinics.

The Role

Oral Health is seeking a Dental Assistant to join the North-West team. This role provides clinical chairside assistance to Dental Clinicians while supporting the delivery of high quality oral health services. Responsibilities include infection control and sterilisation practices, preparation of equipment and materials, maintenance of clinical records, appointment management, and supporting a safe and efficient clinical environment. The position also contributes to team development through the training and support of less experienced staff.

About the successful candidate

The successful candidate will bring:

• Knowledge of infection control and sterilisation standards.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, team-focused approach to patient care.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

• Permanent
• Part time – 53.2 hours per fortnight
• Day worker
• Commencingas soon as able

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025.

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualification
• Working with Children Registration.

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 3

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

North West

Location:

This role provides clinical chairside assistance to Dental Clinicians while supporting the delivery of high quality oral health services.

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 3

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

North West

Location:

This role provides clinical chairside assistance to Dental Clinicians while supporting the delivery of high quality oral health services.