Dental Assistant

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Join Our Growing Team at Holstep Health!

• Position: Dental Assistant

• Location: All Holstep Health sites as required

• Job Type: Fixed Term Contract

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

Holstep Health is looking is for a vibrant skilled and motivated Dental Assistant to join our amazing Team.

What we offer:

Well established and accredited practice with the latest technology and equipment

Great career development opportunities

Fixed term position

Generous salary packaging

Available to work Monday to Thursday

YOUR NEW ROLE:

As a Dental Assistant you should be able to:

- Provide a high level of clinical chair side assistance contributing to dental operator efficiencies

- Adhere to Infection Control practice including sterilisation procedures

- Participate in outreach services including Smile Squad

- Provide an environment that is safe comfortable and non-threatening to the client and other staff

- Communicate effectively with other team members and actively participate in team meetings

- Participate in the services health promotion program as a team member as an extension of using a health promotion approach during individual client contact

- Participate in team audits and administrative duties as required

- Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and technical skills by keeping up to date with new developments and relevant trend

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

As a Dental Assistant you will be responsible for:

- Providing a high level of clinical chair side assistance contributing to dental operator efficiencies

- Adhering to Infection Control practice as outlined in the Infection Control Policy

- Assisting with accurate dental charting into the client record

- Monitoring sterilisation procedures in accordance with recognised standards and organise regular auditing of equipment as per relevant national standards

- Participating in outreach services like Smile Squad as required.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent

Relevant Dental Nursing experience and skills

Experience in working with people from culturally diverse backgrounds

Demonstrated ability to perform to the highest standards

Knowledge of infection control in dental clinic settings is essential

Ability to learn and operate new dental equipment e.g. electronic tracking systems sterilisers instrument washers digital photography and also ability to learn to perform additional tests related to the usage of new equipment in the sterilisation room

Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team reliability & punctuality

Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills

Highly developed time management and organisational skills

HOW TO APPLY:

Please review the attached position description. To apply either submit your application via the platform or email your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to .

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Holstep Health we embrace diversity inclusion and flexibility encouraging you to bring your whole self to work. As part of our team youll be supported in your growth and professional development. We also offer:

• Generous salary packaging

• Flexible work arrangements

• Opportunities for additional leave

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter

• Your resume (including two recent referees)

• A response to the key selection criteria (outlined in the position description)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

At Holstep Health we celebrate diversity and inclusion. No matter your background religion sexual orientation age or gender we encourage all individuals to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team.