Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
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Job Description
About the role:
The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting in the provision of dental health services to improve dental/oral healthcare outcomes to Aboriginal people. The dental clinicians will provide supervision and support in relation to your clinical practice.
We encourage both experienced dental assistants those studying for their Certificate III to apply.
The key objectives of the role:
- Assist in the delivery of oral health care to the Aboriginal community.
- Provide assistance and support to Dental clinicians.
- Assist in the implementation of programs and services promoting the oral health of Aboriginal people.
- Assess and develop strategies to improve dental health in the Aboriginal community.
- Provide reception activities for the dental team as required and ensure all patient information is recorded accurately using Biripis health information and dental client management systems.
- Compliance with all infection control policies and procedures including cleaning of equipment and materials to ensure that all tools of the trade are sterilised and operational.
Essential Requirements:
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting or demonstrated experience working as a Dental Assistant.
- Ability to build relationships with all levels of the organisation and the community.
- Demonstrated ability to work flexibly within tight time schedules and in accordance with variable workload demands.
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to demonstrated empathy when required.
- High level written and verbal communication skills.
- Computer Literacy.
- Ability to hold all relevant security clearances including the National Police Check and Working with Children clearance
- Current drivers licence
Benefits and Culture:
Biripi Aboriginal Corporation Medical Centre is an organisation that prides itself on rewarding dedicated hard work and as such would like to offer a wide range of benefits to the ideal candidate.
- A culturally safe diverse and inclusive environment with opportunities for growth.
- Salary Packaging options are available as a NotForProfit Organisation as well as Meals & Entertainment and Leisure & lifestyle Cards
- Remuneration Package will depend on experience and qualifications.
- Paid Parental Leave: New Paid Parental Leave available for permanent employees.
This position is one that offers real opportunities for career progression development and growth.
If this interests you
Apply Now!
The closing date for applications is 5th January 2025.
Please apply via seek with a current resume and a cover letter. Applications without a cover letter addressing the essential criteria will not be accepted.
Note: Position advertisement will remain available on Seek until the position is filled and we reserve the right to commence the recruitment process during the advertisement period.
This is a desired designated Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander position under section 14D of the NSW AntiDiscrimination Act 1977. Proof or Confirmation of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander heritage will be required from the successful applicant.
For more information or queries relating to the role email the People and Workplace Culture team at
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
