Dental Assistant Grade 1- Mobile Dental Program
- Support mobile clinics delivering vital dental care in schools
- Ensure high infection control & assist diverse patient needs
- Drive & set up mobile units across Western Sydney safely
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Dental Assistant Grade 1
Remuneration: $65,953 - $70,456 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Mt Druitt Hospital
Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), where our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred health care across diverse communities.
- Serve communities across Auburn, Blacktown & beyond
- Support oral health in schools, clinics & outreach settings
- Work in a values-driven, inclusive health care team
- Access ongoing training & professional development
- Be part of a mission for better health in western Sydney
What you'll be doing
This Dental Assistant role supports clinicians in delivering essential oral health care across Western Sydney, mainly through mobile and outreach services. Your responsibilities will also include:
- Assisting with dental procedures in a four-handed setting
- Working in mobile clinics at schools and outreach sites
- Maintaining high infection control and hygiene standards
- Supporting fixed clinics as needed across the district
- Helping transport and set up portable dental equipment
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualification: Certificate III in Dental Assisting or recognised equivalent/current enrolment in the course.
Selection Criteria:
- Recent, adequate experience as a Dental Assistant across a range of dental specialties
- Demonstrated ability to assist the clinician in a four-handed environment, with a variety of dental procedures including general or specialised care.
- Demonstrated ability to perform effective infection control procedures in all aspects of Dental Assisting.
- Demonstrated proficiency and accuracy in dental charting with good computer skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
- The ability to work in a large, multidisciplinary team, and be able to liaise effectively with a range of individuals including fellow health care workers and the general public.
- Excellent organisational, time-management and problem-solving skills.
- Hold a current Class C Licence and willing to take shared responsibility for safe driving of various fleet vehicles between locations in Western Sydney and back to the base location.
Requisition ID: REQ541609
Applications Close: 21st May 2025
Need more information?
- Discover more about the application process.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Dr Katie Metcalfe on 98811716 or at katie.metcalfe@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
