Permanent Part time 0.4 EFT Dental Assistants, location Lilydale - Wednesday & Thursday 8.30am - 5.00pm, Community Dental - Salary packaging benefits, collaborative committed multidisciplinary team About Us Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centered care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and northeast. With 550+ staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we offer a wide range of integrated services to support diverse communities. Following our May 2025 merger with Inspiro, we’ve expanded our reach into the Yarra Ranges and strengthened our commitment to accessible, high-quality community health services. We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and our respect for the rights culture and contributions of First Nations peoples. At AccessHC, we are united by compassion, collaboration and community-led care to help people live healthier lives. The opportunity We are seeking Part time or casual Dental Assistants to join our Community Dental team at our Lilydale and Ashburton clinics. Our Community Dental Program provides high quality public oral health services in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, focused on equity, prevention, and patient-centred care. This role is ideal for someone looking for stable employment, meaningful work, and the flexibility of work-life balance without the pressures of private practice. About the role The AccessHC dental program provides community based dental care to all children under 12 yrs of age, adult concession card holders and their dependants (under 18 yrs). You would be part of a multidisciplinary dental team comprising of dentists, dental therapists,



oral health therapists, dental prosthetists, oral health educators and dental assistants. A high level of knowledge and skills are required to provide chairside assistance and undertake a range of dental best practice procedures and high level of infection control standards is essential. The Perm Part time 0.4 EFT roles are based in Lilydale and days of work: - Wednesday & Thursday 8.30am -5.00pm What you will be doing Key Responsibilities - Chairside assisting across general and preventive dentistry - Infection control and sterilisation in line with standards - Preparing patients and supporting clinicians - Clinical and administrative assistance as required - Contributing to a culturally safe, welcoming environment What you will bring - Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting (essential) - Minimum 3 years’ experience with at least 6 months within Australia - Demonstrated skill and ability in providing a range of dental chairside support to clinicians - Robust communication and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team - Commitment to community-focused, patient-centred care Attributes we value - Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services highly desirable - Knowledge of electronic patient management system Titanium/Exact & Microsoft 365 suite - Previous experience in community dental /private practice - Flexibility in providing dental services in alternative settings e.g.



outreach activities, Smile Squad - Demonstrated ability to relate to people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnics backgrounds What we offer - Purpose-driven work in a respected community service organisation - Salary packaging benefits (increase take-home pay) - Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce - Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth - Predictable hours and work-life balance Access Health and Community Culture and Benefits At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging. Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference. The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits: - Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce - Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive - Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions - Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth - Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave - Annual leave loading - Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/ entertainment expenses) Remuneration as per Victorian Stand-Alone Community Health Services (Health and Allied Services, Managers and A

📌 Dental Assistant Perm Part Time Community Dental Lilydale (Melbourne)
🏢 Inspiro
📍 Melbourne