Trainee Dental Assistant
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- Dental Assistant
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- REQ540688 Requisition #
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- 4 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to January 2026)
Position Classification: Trainee Year 12 Level A
Remuneration: $27,317.34 - $40,306.68 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38 hours
Applications Close: 30 December 2024 – 11:59pm
Trainee Dental Assistant
Orange Community Dental Health
About the role
Western NSW Local Health is currently offering traineeships for people who are interested in becoming a Dental Assistant. The traineeship means you complete your Certificate III in Dental Assisting through distance education, while working full time. As a trainee you will receive on the job training and support and some time each fortnight for your online study.
In this role, you will provide chairside assistance to Dental Clinicians and be supported to upskill with on-the-job training in a modern, 8 chair clinic. You will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team of Dental Assistants, Dental Officers, and Oral Health Therapists. You will also provide administration and reception support to the whole dental team.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Karen Banks on (02) 6850 7314 or 0436 939 936 or at karen.banks@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
