Dental Assistants (Outreach and Sterilisation opportunities)
Part-time and Full-time opportunities available across our Outreach and Sterilisation teams, based in Parkdale
Make a real difference in your community.
We are seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality oral health services and help improve the health and wellbeing of our community. Working alongside a supportive team of Dental Clinicians, you'll play an important role in ensuring clients receive safe, efficient and person-centred care.
As a not-for-profit organisation, Better Health Network supports people and families at different stages of life and works with communities to strengthen health and wellbeing. We believe that better health and wellbeing is built around community.
About the roles
As a Dental Assistant, you'll provide both clinical and administrative support to Dental Clinicians across our Oral Health program. Working in modern community dental clinics and outreach settings, you'll help deliver quality oral health services to people of all ages while supporting a positive client experience.
We have the following roles available:
- A part-time Grade 2 role (4 days per week) in our Smile Squad outreach program
- A full-time Grade 2 role in our Central Sterilisation Service Department.
- A part-time Grade 3 role, (2 days per week) in our Central Sterilisation Service. Department (a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting - Sterilisation is required for this role).
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing chairside assistance during a range of dental procedures, including restorative, surgical and preventative treatments.
- Preparing treatment rooms, instruments and materials for clinical use.
- Supporting infection prevention and control practices and maintaining compliance with sterilisation standards.
- Processing and maintaining reusable medical devices through the Central Sterilisation Service Department (CSSD).
- Assisting with dental record management, radiographs and administrative tasks.
- Participating in community outreach and oral health promotion activities.
- Maintaining stock levels and ensuring equipment is safe, functional and ready for use.
About you
You'll be an experienced and organised Dental Assistant who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and is committed to providing high-quality client care.
To be successful, you'll bring:
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in dental assisting.
- Strong communication, organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to prioritise tasks and adapt to changing operational needs.
- A commitment to infection prevention, client confidentiality and safe work practices.
- The ability to work effectively within a diverse team environment.
- Sound computer skills and confidence using dental software systems.
Why join BHN?
Join a community-focused Oral Health team where your work directly improves the health and wellbeing of local families and individuals. At BHN, you'll have the opportunity to build your skills across clinical, sterilisation and outreach settings while working alongside experienced oral health professionals.
We offer:
- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
- Professional development and learning opportunities
- A collaborative and supportive team culture
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day
Apply with your resume and cover letter describing why you'd like to join the team and how your experience aligns with the role.
Applications be assessed as received, so early applications are encouraged.
For enquiries about the role, please contact Dianne Willmott, Team Leader – Outreach and Sterilisation Module at [email protected]
We value Accountability, Collaboration, Respect and Courage, and we strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds, including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Pre-employment checks include reference checks, National Police Check, Working with Children Check, proof of immunisation, current driver's licence and evidence of the right to work in Australia.
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