Casual opportunity to provide a high standard of chair-side assistance to Dentists, Dental Specialists or Oral Health/Dental Therapists in clinical procedures by providing efficient and appropriate services.

Job details Position status Casual
Position type Non Standard Hours
Occupational group Dentistry
Classification CA3
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/COH692970
Closing date 06-Oct-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration Casual
Contact person Codie Butler
Contact details 0418 792 631
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About the role

Casual prospect to work as part of a dental team and provide a high standard of efficient and appropriate assistance and support as needed in the treatment of Metro North Oral Health Services (MNOHS) patients.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

- Ability to prepare instruments and materials utilised in a variety of dental procedures including knowledge and understanding of the stages within a dental procedure and the ability to pre-plan and adapt as treatment proceeds.
- Knowledge and ability to use FDI Palmer Notation, dental specific language, and terminology. Process and mount radiographs. Understand the use of radiography and study models as diagnostic tools. Assist in the prevention, identification, and management of medical emergencies.
- Knowledge of all relevant standards relating to the dental facility. Maintain contemporary knowledge of policies and procedures relating to the provision of dental assisting including medico-legal responsibilities, ethical practice, codes of practice and relevant standards.
- Ensure equipment and surgery satisfy Infection Control Standards through utilising standard and additional precautions, decontamination procedures, barrier wrapping, utilise protocol for managing blood and body substance spills.



Ensure the use of Infection Control protocols and relevant standards for cleaning, disinfection, and sterilising reusable medical devices and for the disposal of surgery waste.
- Perform practice management, administrative duties and other duties as directed by the senior dental assistant or associated supervisors.

Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive workplace at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so outstanding to work at Metro North here:

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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📌 Dental Assistant - Casual (Brisbane)
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