Dental Assistant Grade 1

Hunter New England Local Health District; Inverell; Presencial; AUD 71.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hunter New England Local Health District in Inverell is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support to the Dental Unit, working closely with dentists to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

You'll be part of a friendly, patient-centered team with orientation and ongoing guidance from the Oral Health management team to help you succeed and develop your skills.

Formación

• Professional and compassionate attitude with strong communication skills.
• Ability to maintain infection control and patient safety standards.
• Effective teamwork in a clinical setting.

Responsabilidades

• Provide clinical dental assistance and administrative support.
• Collaborate with dentists to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Contribute to a positive, patient-centered care experience.

Conocimientos

Communication

Infection control

Teamwork

Educación

Dental Assistant Certificate (Cert 3)

Descripción del empleo

Join our Dental team and support the delivery of high-quality patient care in a friendly and professional environment.

Employment Type

Temporary Full Time until November 2027

Position Classification

Dental Assist Grade 1

Remuneration

$71,335 - $76,205 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week

38

Requisition ID

REQ700873

Location

Inverell Community Health Service

Applications Close

Sunday, 1st November 2026

Where you'll be working

Hospital campus and operates Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. The clinic provides high-quality dental care to adults and children across Inverell and surrounding communities. As part of a small, close-knit team, you'll enjoy a supportive workplace where collaboration, open communication and patient-centred care are at the heart of everything we do.

The Opportunity

As a Dental Assistant, you'll play an important role in delivering efficient, high-quality dental services by providing both clinical and administrative support to the Dental Unit. You'll work closely with dentists and the wider team to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the clinic while helping create a positive experience for every patient. This is a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients, contribute to improved oral health outcomes, and be part of a team that values collaboration and quality care.

You'll be supported with a comprehensive orientation and ongoing guidance from the Oral Health management team to help you succeed and continue developing your skills.

About You

The suitable applicant will be skilled in the provision of a high level of clinical dental assistance within prescribed standards of infection control and patient safety. You will also have a professional and compassionate attitude and well-developed oral and written communication skills that are utilised to build strong relationships with key stakeholders. Your competence in performing and assisting with oral health care procedures and ability work effectively and efficiently in a team setting will be the key to your success in this position.

Requirements

• Current Dental Assistant Certificate recognised by the Dental Assistant Education Council of Australia up to the level of Certificate 3 and or unqualified but experienced dental assistant.

What We Can Offer You

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website

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This is a Category A position

Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging

is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

Benefits

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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