Senior Dental Assistant (Sterilisation)

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Professional Development and教育

Flexible Work-Life Balance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Vaccine Preventable Diseases program

Job summary

Queensland Government's Central Queensland community dental services require an experienced dental assistant to support chairside procedures, instrument preparation and infection control in the Central Sterilising Department. You will help maintain safety, stock, and patient comfort while adhering to AS 5369 and relevant policies.

With a Certificate III in Dental Assisting (and Sterilising), or equivalent, you will lead and educate a team, collaborate with clinicians and leaders, and contribute

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or equivalent) required.
• Certificate III in Sterilising (or equivalent) required.
• Certificate IV in Dental Assisting would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high safety and infection control standards in the Central Sterilising Department (CSD).
• Prepare instruments, equipment and materials for procedures; provide effective chairside assistance.
• Support patient comfort and wellbeing; maintain clinical stock and safety compliance.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Certificate III in Sterilising

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Job description

About us:Everyone deserves a healthy, happy smile! We provide a range of free dental services to eligible people living in Central Queensland. Our friendly team cares for adults at community dental clinics and helps keep little smiles shining through our mobile dental vans and school clinics.We're here to make dental care more accessible and help our community smile with confidence.About the role:Maintain high standards of safety and compliance. Ensure the Central Sterilising Department (CSD) operates in accordance with AS 5369, relevant legislation, policies and procedures. Maintain standard operating procedures, coordinate waterline testing, and oversee infection control, sterilisation processes and equipment quality assurance.Support team development and continuous improvement. Provide constructive feedback, educate and support dental assistants, implement process improvements in consultation with senior leadership, and foster collaborative working relationships across multidisciplinary teams to promote safe, high-quality service delivery.Deliver quality dental assisting and clinical support. Prepare instruments, equipment and materials for dental procedures, provide effective chairside assistance, support patient comfort and wellbeing, maintain clinical stock, and ensure equipment and clinical areas meet relevant safety and infection control standards.Contribute to efficient, patient-focused services. Provide administrative support, maintain accurate records, promote oral health education, support medical emergency preparedness, and uphold ethical practice and professional standards while identifying opportunities to improve workplace systems, processes and service quality.About you:You hold a Certificate III in Dental Assisting and a Certificate III in Sterilising (or equivalent). A Certificate IV in Dental Assisting would be highly regarded.Bring strong written and verbal communication skills, can lead and develop a team, and work collaboratively with other leaders to deliver safe, high-quality care to the community.Understand infection control requirements, AS 5369 and other relevant standards and guidelines for the safe operation of the department, and you're confident supporting change and improving workplace practices.Work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, have a sound understanding of dental terminology and clinical procedures, and are committed to supporting colleagues and delivering safe, quality dental services.What we offer:Total remuneration value of up to $8,163 p.m. is comprised of:An hourly rate between $39.57 - $43.30 p.h.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingAdditional Benefits:Ongoing Professional Development and Education OpportunitiesFlexible Work-Life Balance and VarietyGenerous Salary Sacrificing OptionsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.How to apply:To apply, please submit the following:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.For assistance:Contact [e-mail] the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J695891Applications close: Wednesday, 11 November 2026#RockhamptonThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.