Join Our Team as a Lead Dental Assistant – Permanent Full-Time Chance$71,943 per annum with 12% super plus access to Salary Packaging benefits, 5 weeks annual leave and an accrued day off per month.Join Our Team as a Lead Dental Assistant – Permanent Full-Time Opportunity$71,943 per annum with 12% super plus access to Salary Packaging benefits, 5 weeks annual leave and an accrued day off per month.About OHVAt Oral Health Victoria (OHV), we know our team is key to deliver better oral health for Victoria.
OHV is responsible for the delivery of oral health services through The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne (RDHM), through purchased services from over 50 community dental agencies and a range of oral health promotion programs and projects focusing on Victorian communities with the greatest need.About The RoleJoin our supportive team committed to enhancing the oral health of government school students statewide.
We're looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our energetic team of Lead Regional OHT/DTs and Lead DAs, playing a vital role in the success of Smile Squad.
The Lead Dental Assistant is responsible for supporting provision of clinical services to Government school students, coordinating operational activities and supporting University clinical placements for the Victorian school dental program, Smile Squad.Some Duties To ExpectLiaise with schools to plan and prepare for delivery of Smile Squad servicesSupport clinicians in the provision of clinical services to students in Victorian government schools as part of the Smile Squad programTravel within your region to provide clinical services at various school locationsWork clinically in a school setting either utilising the portable dental equipment, or working in and operating the Smile Squad treatment vanWork closely with the School Dental Program team and Community Dental Agency Smile Squad staff to assist them in delivering Smile Squad services.Support the smooth running of clinical operations and overall flow for the Smile Squad University clinical placementsThe role will predominantly service schools in the Metro region and will have opportunities to complete administrative work from homeTravel to RDHM in Carlton for planning days scheduled each term during the school holidays.A Bit About YouPossesses Cert IV in Dental Assisting.Located in the Metro Region, as travel to local schools is a core component of the role.A current Victorian driver's licence is essential, and confidence driving large treatment vans is required.
(Training will be provided)Holds a valid Working with Children Check - Employee versionDemonstrates outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skillsExperience in following infection control guidelines within an acute care settingAbility to be flexible and adaptable to changing situations and environmentsPossess a Cert IV in Oral Health Education with Fluoride Varnish qualification is desirableWhy work for OHV?
It's the people who make the difference at OHV!
Join a friendly and collaborative team in a supportive and dynamic setting.Financial Wellbeing: In addition to your salary,



you can take advantage of a generous salary package that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary.
Salary package up to $9,010 to assist with everyday living more affordable.Break free from the fixed clinic environment – either utilising the portable dental equipment in school settings or working in the Smile Squad treatment vanInvest in your growth.
Focus on leadership and mentoring through Professional Development and hands-on experiences in a lead positionBalance is key, no weekends and access to an additional day off every month alongside 5 weeks annual leave.Applications close: 23rd October ****Please note: We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date once a suitable candidate has been identified.We acknowledge that diversity increases our ability to transform and achieve better health outcomes therefore we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.OHV is committed to child safety and wellbeing and has zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
We provide an inclusive and welcoming environment where cultural safety for children is promoted and practiced.OHV is a public health service and requires employees to be vaccinated in accordance with Department of Health policies or guidelines and/or public health orders issued by the government.
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📌 Lead Regional Dental Assistant- Metro Team (Melbourne)
🏢 Dental Assistant Network
📍 Melbourne