Dental Assistant

15 hours ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Join us in our ongoing endeavour to better the overall health and social wellbeing of the Illawarra Indigenous community.

For over 40 years, the Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service (IAMS) has been proudly committed to providing high quality and comprehensive health care that meets personal, community and cultural needs.

We are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Dental Assistant to join our friendly team to assist in the provision of dental care to clients of the IAMS and ensure the optimal functioning of the dental clinic.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide assistance to the dental clinician during treatment of clients as required.
  • Ensure the proper and efficient process of arranging client appointments and providing dental services.
  • Assist with stock control, ordering consumables and other materials necessary for the optimal operation of the dental clinic.
  • Ensure the correct sterilisation of instruments and record of sterilisation as required by Australian Standards.
  • Maintain dental patient record system and ensure all data is entered onto computer system
  • Ensure the preparation and cleaning of clinic for clients before and after treatment.

About you:

  • Previous experience in a similar role in a dental healthcare setting.
  • Solid knowledge of dentistry including instruments, oral hygiene and infection control.
  • Commitment to confidentiality and cultural safety.
  • Excellent manual dexterity and communication skills.
  • Empathy and the ability to work under pressure.
  • Familiarity with dental software/programs and the ability to learn new systems.
  • Certificate III or higher in Dental Assisting will be highly regarded.

What you will love:

  • Wonderful opportunity for a great role that's close to home.
  • Supportive team environment.
  • Mentoring and on-the-job training.
  • Salary packaging benefits to increase take-home pay.
  • Provision of CPR and First Aid training.
  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.
  • A chance to contribute to real impact in the health and wellbeing of community.

Apply now:

If you ready to step into this exciting and rewarding F/T role based in Wollongong, please submit your resume without delay. TheSuccessful candidate will be asked to provide a Working With Children Check clearance. A criminal record check will also be carried out on the selected applicant.

Shortlisted candidates may be considered for relevant future vacancies within IAMS.

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