Join our Dental team and support the delivery of high-quality patient care in a friendly and professional environment.
Employment Type
Temporary Full Time until November ****
Position Classification
Dental Assist Grade 1
Remuneration
$71,335 - $76,205 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week
38
Requisition ID
REQ******
Location
Inverell Community Health Service
Applications Close
Sunday, 1st November ****
Where you'll be working
Hospital campus and operates Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. The clinic provides high-quality dental care to adults and children across Inverell and surrounding communities. As part of a small, close-knit team, you'll enjoy a supportive workplace where collaboration, open communication and patient-centred care are at the heart of everything we do.
The Opportunity
As a Dental Assistant, you'll play an important role in delivering efficient, high-quality dental services by providing both clinical and administrative support to the Dental Unit. You'll work closely with dentists and the wider team to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the clinic while helping create a positive experience for every patient. This is a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients, contribute to improved oral health outcomes, and be part of a team that values collaboration and quality care.
You'll be supported with a comprehensive orientation and ongoing guidance from the Oral Health management team to help you succeed and continue developing your skills.
About You
The suitable applicant will be skilled in the provision of a high level of clinical dental assistance within prescribed standards of infection control and patient safety.



You will also have a skilled and compassionate attitude and well-developed oral and written communication skills that are utilised to build strong relationships with key stakeholders. Your competence in performing and assisting with oral health care procedures and ability work effectively and efficiently in a team setting will be the key to your success in this position.
Requirements
Current Dental Assistant Certificate recognised by the Dental Assistant Education Council of Australia up to the level of Certificate 3 and or unqualified but experienced dental assistant.
What We Can Offer You
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
Proximity to shopping and other services
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.




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.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Information For Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
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This is a Category A position
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD****_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All recent employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging
is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via ****** or *************.
Benefits
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for
full time
employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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