Overview
Hunter New England Local Health District
REQ668276
Grow your future in oral health with hands-on training and support
About the role
Join the Newcastle Dental Clinic as a Trainee Dental Assistant and play an important role in supporting the delivery of quality dental care to adults and children across Newcastle and surrounding communities. In this hands-on role, you'll contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the Dental Unit by providing both clinical and administrative support to the team.
Operating five days per week from 8:00am to 4:30pm, the Newcastle Dental Clinic is a busy seven-chair service offering general dentistry, children's dental care, and specialist services. Newcastle Clinic currently has 25+ staff members that work collaboratively to provide excellent care for patients. You'll gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and supportive environment while learning alongside experienced oral health professionals.
We are committed to supporting your success, with full training provided, including a comprehensive orientation program delivered by the Oral Health Management team. Throughout the year, you'll also have access to ongoing workshops and development opportunities to help build your skills and support future career growth.
About you
You are motivated to undertake and complete a Certificate III in Dental Assisting through an approved Smart and Skilled training organisation. With a professional, compassionate approach and strong communication skills, you can build positive working relationships and provide excellent support to patients and colleagues. You enjoy working collaboratively, are organised, and can contribute effectively in a busy team environment.
What we offer
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* ADOs each month (for full time employees)
* Salary packaging options
* Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
* To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
* An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
How to apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting.
* Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
* Understanding of confidentiality issues.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
Employment status: Temporary Full Time – Until May 2027
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