At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist dental clinicians and promote oral health in a supportive team environment.
- Company: Join Serco, delivering essential services to Defence members.
- Benefits: Enjoy work-life balance, free parking, uniforms, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic healthcare setting with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on Defence members' oral health without wearing a uniform.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Dental Assisting and 2 years of chair-side experience required.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Are you a caring and organised Dental Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting? This is a great opportunity to support Dental clinicians and deliver high-quality care to Defence members in a professional, team-focused environment.
What’s On Offer
- Work-life balance – predictable hours, finish on time
- Safe, respectful environment – professional, health focused patient cohort
- Collaborative team – feel valued and supported in a team of Dentists and Hygienists
- Meaningful work – support positive oral health outcomes for Defence members
- Civilian role – be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
- Practical perks – free parking and uniforms
- Wellbeing support – mental health resources and lifestyle discounts
About The Enoggera Health Centre
Lavarack Health Centre is located in Townsville at Lavarack Barracks, the largest Army base in Australia. It includes the Operational Deployment Force and facilities to undertake mission rehearsal exercises prior to deployment. The facility provides primary medical, underwater medical, surgical outpatient, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health, and pharmaceutical care to approximately 8000 members. It also operates a 24/7 inpatient low dependency ward. The standard operating hours of the centre are generally 0730-1600 Monday – Friday.
What You’ll Do
- Working planned and unplanned leave Monday to Friday
- Supporting dental procedures through chair-side assisting
- Preparing and maintaining clinical equipment and treatment areas
- Promoting oral health and supporting patient care
- Maintaining infection control and hygiene standards
- Managing patient records and supporting administrative tasks
What You Bring
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualification
- 2 years chair-side experience in a dental clinical setting
- Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certification
- Strong understanding of infection control and clinical standards
- Great communication skills with a caring, team-focused approach
Who We Are
Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services. Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.
On-Base Defence Dental Assistant in Brisbane employer: Serco
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