Are you a Year 11 student in 2026?
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST CLOSES 20th March 2026
Join MEGT as a School-Based Dental Assistant Trainee at Cairns Hospital!
Are you a motivated and reliable student looking to kickstart your career in the dental industry? MEGT has a fantastic opportunity with one of our clients for a School-Based Dental Assistant Traineeship. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while completing your schooling.
About the Role
This traineeship offers a unique opportunity to develop practical skills and gain hands-on experience in a professional dental environment while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Your duties may include:
* Assisting the dentist during a variety of dental procedures
* Preparing and sterilising dental instruments and equipment
* Maintaining infection control and hygiene standards
* Preparing treatment rooms for patients
* Greeting and assisting patients at reception
* Booking appointments and supporting general administrative tasks
* Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment
What We're Looking For - Skills & Experience
* Positive, friendly, and enthusiastic attitude
* Strong communication and people skills
* Reliable with a strong willingness to learn
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Ability to remain calm and professional in a busy environment
What You Can Expect From Us - Benefits
* Personalised one-on-one mentoring throughout your traineeship
* A nationally recognised qualification - Certificate III in Dental Assisting
* Weekly pay
* On-the-job training combined with formal study
* The opportunity to start building your career while completing school
About the company:
This reputable organisation is the main public health provider for Far North Queensland, delivering hospital and community care across Cairns, the Tablelands, the Cassowary Coast, and surrounding rural and remote regions. It operates major facilities such as Cairns Hospital and several regional hospitals, providing essential services from emergency care to specialist, community, and outreach programs.
Interested? Click \"Apply Now\" or for more information visit https://https://www.megt.com.au/jobs
Please ensure your resume includes:
* The position title you are applying for
* A parent/guardian and school contact
* A brief summary about your interest in the role and your post-school career goals
At MEGT, we enable people to start their careers through Apprenticeships and Traineeships and support large and small businesses to recruit, train and grow careers. Our purpose is to provide life changing, lifelong learning and employment solutions for all. We invite you to be part of our story. By applying, you agree to receive information about other MEGT employment and education opportunities
MEGT is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have zero tolerance of racism, discrimination, harm, or abuse. We have a culture that values safety, diversity, and inclusion and encourage all qualified applicants, including minorities, genders, protected veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.