Overview
Dental Assistant - Queanbeyan at Southern NSW Local Health District. Permanent full-time position located in Queanbeyan. Position classification: Dental Assist Grade 1. Remuneration: $68,****** - $73,****** per annum. Hours per week: 38. Requisition ID: REQ******. Applications close: 19 December ****. Interview information: scheduled within 10 days of closing. This position qualifies for the NSW Health Rural Incentive scheme with a value of up to $10,000.
About The Service
Dental Assistant – Support Smiles in Our Rural Community
Are you passionate about helping people maintain healthy smiles and providing essential support to dental professionals? At Southern NSW Local Health District, our Dental Assistants play a key role in delivering high-quality dental care in a welcoming rural environment. Join our team and make a difference in oral health for patients of all ages.
Support for
Applicants for this position may qualify for the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme (RHWIS)
Working within SNSWLHD
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Salary packaging options
Health and Wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport, and annual Influenza vaccinations
A team that values your expertise, invests in your development and supports your lifestyle
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What Yourom
ll Be Doing
The Dental Assistant
assists dental officers and oral health therapists to deliver safe and effective oral health services by providing clinical and administrative assistance and support.
Selection Criteria
Experience in dental assisting and qualification in a field recognised by the Dental Assistant Education Council of Australia or equivalent, OR experience and preparedness to undertake Certificate III in Dental Assisting.
Demonstrated high level of competency in assisting with all oral health care procedures.
Demonstrated experience and understanding of current infection control principles and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to use computer software and electronic systems to complete work tasks.
Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of the team.
Ability and willingness to travel for work purposes. This may involve driving long distances with the Health Service and overnight stays at health service expense. Evidence of a current Class C driver's licence.
Information for Applicants
Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The Stepping Up website supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD****_015 before offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Southern NSW Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment aligned with NSW Health's Child Safe Standards. All staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives. If you require accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage. Contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
To be eligible for permanent employment, you must be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport.
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Job Postings
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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