Join our team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care while supporting our dental team in a friendly, professional environment.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time Until September 2027
Position Classification: Dental Assistant Grade 1
Remuneration: $71,335 - $76,205 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ688097
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Applications Close: Tuesday, 15th September 2026
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for a Dental Assistant to join the Taree Dental team, providing high-quality oral health services to the Greater Manning community. These roles offer the opportunity to work alongside a diverse team of experienced practitioners in a supportive and collaborative environment.
The Dental Assistant is responsible for providing efficient and effective clinical and administrative support to Oral Health clinicians to facilitate the delivery of safe, high-quality dental care. The role operates within established policies, procedures, and infection prevention and control standards.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
Providing chairside assistance across a broad range of dental procedures in accordance with clinical and patient safety standards
Preparing and maintaining clinical environments in line with infection prevention and control protocols
Ensuring the availability, sterilisation, and maintenance of instruments, materials, and equipment
The position also undertakes administrative functions to support patient access and service delivery, including appointment scheduling, maintenance of patient records, and reception duties as required. The Dental Assistant contributes to a positive patient experience through the provision of courteous, professional, and culturally appropriate care.
Additional responsibilities may include:
Monitoring stock levels and maintaining appropriate inventory control
Reporting equipment faults and maintenance requirements in a timely manner
Supporting efficient clinic operations within a multidisciplinary team environment
About you
You are a motivated and reliable Dental Assistant who is committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
You are confident providing chairside support across a range of procedures and apply a strong understanding of infection control principles to maintain a safe and compliant workspace.
Your ability to work collaboratively within a team, combined with well-developed communication skills, enables you to build positive relationships with both patients and colleagues.
You understand the importance of confidentiality and patient privacy, and you are comfortable using dental software and general computer systems to support daily clinical and administrative tasks.
Requirements
What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies.
- Job share / part time arrangements will be considered
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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How to apply
- submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
- Demonstrated high level of competencies in performing and assisting with all oral health care procedures
- Demonstrated understanding of infection control principles
Need more information?
For role related queries or questions contact Hayley Baker on [email protected]
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description . For assistance addressing selection criteria
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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.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt.
Hunter New England 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.
