Employment Type: Various, Temporary/Permanent Full time (Up until 31/12/2027)
Position Classification: Dental Assistant Grade 1
Remuneration: $65, $70,456.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 12th Nov 2025, 11:59pm
Dental Assistant
Orange Oral Health
About the role
We are looking for a highly motivated dental assistant. Whilst experience is preferable, we can provide on the job training for the right candidate, who is genuinely looking for a long term career in the dental industry.
Orange Community Dental Clinic is located within the Orange Hospital. It is a modern 8 chair dental clinic. As a dental assistant you will be assisting our dentists and therapists, putting our patients at ease, assisting in the dental surgery, working on reception and maintaining infection control standards. Some outreach work is also required with an occasional overnight stay.
9-day fortnight hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (08:00am – 17:00pm) Wednesday (08:.00 – 16:45pm)
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
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.
To apply for this role:
* Click 'Apply'
* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Karen Banks on or at 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 persons.
* 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
* For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD