Victoria – Dental Assistant – Simpson Barracks – 0.2 FTE
Simpson Barracks, Yallambie, VIC, Healthcare
Are you a caring and organised Dental Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting? This is a great opportunity to support Dental clinicians and deliver high-quality care to Defence members in a professional, team-focused environment.
What’s on offer
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Work-life balance – predictable hours, finish on time, Christmas & New Year Leave
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Safe, respectful environment – professional, health focused patient cohort
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Collaborative team – feel valued and supported in a team of Dentists and Hygienists
- Meaningful work – support positive oral health outcomes for Defence members
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Civilian role – be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
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Practical perks – free parking and uniforms
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Wellbeing support – mental health resources and lifestyle discounts
About the Health Centre
Simpson Barracks is located at Yallambie (approx. 40 mins North-East of Melbourne CBD). Predominately a Forces Command training base supporting Defence Force School of Signals (tri-service technicians & operators, electronic warfare systems), Defence Force School of Music (tri-service musicians) and Army Education Centre. The Army base services approximately 6000 Defence members and operates a 9 bed low dependency ward 24/7. The health centre also provides primary medical, nursing, physiotherapy, dental and mental health services. Standard operating hours are generally 07:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts).
This role is one day a week – every Tuesday within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
What you’ll do
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Supporting dental procedures through chair-side assisting
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Preparing and maintaining clinical equipment and treatment areas
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Promoting oral health and supporting patient care
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Maintaining infection control and hygiene standards
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Managing patient records and supporting administrative tasks
What you bring
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Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualification
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2 years chair-side experience in a dental clinical setting
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Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certification
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Strong understanding of infection control and clinical standards
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Great communication skills with a caring, team-focused approach
Who we are
Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.
Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.
Interested? Contact Divya on 0427 566 681 or email [email protected] for a confidential chat.
Apply now.
