Dental Assistant

5 days ago

Gladstone Queensland, Australia Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

About us:

We provide a range of free dental services to eligible people living in Central Queensland. We provide services for adults in community dental clinics and children in mobile dental vans or school clinics.

About the role:

Assist in the provision of general practitioner services within the delivery system for oral health care to eligible clients through Health Service Facilities; it may involve traveling to several other facilities located across the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) and may incur overnight stays.

About you:

A Certificate III in Dental Assisting is mandatory for this position. While not mandatory, Certificate III Sterilising would be well regarded.

  • Demonstrated high level of skill and knowledge in all aspects of dental assisting, including infection control, and clinical support for all relevant age groups.
  • Demonstrated high level ability to prioritise and organise work load and where appropriate to use initiative.
  • Knowledge or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge in the Information System for Oral Health (ISOH) and to utilise the system in capturing patient information and scheduling appointments.
  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise and consult with all levels of staff and patients, to manage conflict and to deal with sensitive and confidential matters appropriately.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $48,413 p.a. is comprised of:

  • An hourly rate between $ $36.30 p.h.
  • 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
  • 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

  • Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
  • Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
  • Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance
  • Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

  • Your current CV or resume, including referees.
  • A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
  • Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

  • Contact
  • Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL5J668016

Applications close: Tuesday, 11 November 2025

Gladstone

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

This position will be filled in accordance with the Health Practitioner and Dental Officers (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No

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