At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist dental clinicians and support the team in delivering quality oral health services.
- Company: Join a friendly team at Dubbo Community Dental Clinic, part of Western NSW Local Health District.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, salary packaging, and a 9-day fortnight with no weekends.
- Other info: Opportunities for outreach services and career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community health while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Dental Assisting or significant experience as a Dental Assistant required.
The predicted salary is between 33500 - 76205 $ per year.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join the team at the Dubbo Community Dental Clinic. This role provides chairside assistance to dental clinicians and general support to the dental team, including instrument reprocessing, infection control, reception, and administrative duties. You will play an important role in delivering high quality oral health services and ensuring a positive experience for patients across a variety of clinical settings.
Based in Dubbo, the Community Dental Clinic operates six dental chairs and provides outreach services to rural communities and schools through both fixed and mobile clinics. The successful applicant will assist with a broad range of dental procedures, maintain high infection control standards, support administrative functions, and participate in outreach services that may involve long-distance travel and occasional overnight stays. This position works a 9-day fortnight with no weekend work, offering an excellent work-life balance.
To be successful, you will hold a Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or equivalent) and/or have significant recent experience as a Dental Assistant. You will demonstrate strong chairside assisting skills, sound knowledge of infection prevention and control practices, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing safe, patient-centred care. A current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel are essential.
Join a supportive and friendly Oral Health team within Western NSW Local Health District and contribute to improving oral health outcomes across our communities. A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.
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 persons. This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary) that may arise in the next 18 months. Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Dental Assistant in Dubbo employer: Medical Jobs Australia
Join the Dubbo Community Dental Clinic as a Dental Assistant and become part of a supportive team dedicated to improving oral health outcomes in rural communities. Enjoy a permanent full-time position with a 9-day fortnight, no weekend work, and competitive remuneration, alongside opportunities for professional growth and community engagement. With the added benefit of the Welcome Experience service to assist with relocation, this role offers a fulfilling career path in a vibrant and diverse region.
