Dental Assistant Grade 1

NSW Health; Parkes; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Western NSW LHD is seeking a highly motivated Dental Assistant for Parkes Community Dental Clinic. This permanent part-time role provides chair-side support to dental clinicians and assists with reception, admin duties, instrument reprocessing and infection control.

The position covers outreach services to nearby towns and mobile dental care in schools, with three days per week, 08:00–17:00. Salary ranges from $71,335 to $76,205 per annum plus superannuation and salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Chairside assistance to dental clinicians.
• Maintaining infection control standards.
• Reception, administration duties and instrument reprocessing.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to dental clinicians and support the dental team.
• Assist with reception and administration duties as required.
• Reprocess instruments and ensure infection control standards are maintained.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Infection control

Reception duties

Team support

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Dental Assistant Grade 1
Remuneration: $71,335.00 - $76,205.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Parkes, NSW - Find out more
Hours Per Week: 25.5
Applications Close: 23 November 2026, 11:59pm

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated experienced dental assistant.

Parkes Community Dental Clinic is located within the Parkes Hospital. As a dental assistant you will provide chair side assistance to dental clinicians, and general support to the dental team including, reception, administration duties, instrument reprocessing and maintaining infection control standards.

Providing outreach services to small surrounding towns and/or mobile dental care in schools, with an occasional overnight stay.

3 days each week 08.00 – 17.00

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Helping you Move to Western NSW

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Role-related enquiries

Please contact Karen Banks on (02) 6850 7*** or at ***********@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible people.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards