Dental Assistant Grade 1

About the role:
As a Dental Assistant within the Inverell Dental Clinic, you will assist in the facilitation of efficient delivery of dental services and operations of the Dental Unit by providing clinical and administrative assistance and support. Close collaboration and open communication are integral, with everyone playing a vital role in the clinic's success. Direct and meaningful interactions with patients are a daily highlight, contributing to a fulfilling work experience. Working at Inverell Dental Clinic provides a structured yet dynamic environment where each day brings opportunities to make a positive impact on patients' oral health and well-being.

Ongoing support and a comprehensive orientation program will be provided by the Oral Health management team to ensure your success and professional development in this position.

Where you'll be working:
The Inverell Dental Clinic is open 5 days a week from 8.00am to 4.30pm and located within the hospital facility, it provides high-quality dental care for adults and children in Inverell and the surrounding regions. Working in a small dental clinic like Inverell Dental Clinic offers a unique and enriching professional environment characterized by close-knit teamwork, a supportive atmosphere, and a patient-centred approach.

About you:
The suitable applicant will hold Certificate III in dental assisting, or will be an unqualified but experienced Dental Assistant 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 professional 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.

• Current NSW drivers licence

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) , enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

Additional information:

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Kate Healy on Kate.Healy@health.nsw.gov.au


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: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

HNE 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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