Employment Type: Casual Location: Inverell Community Health Service Position Classification: Dental Assist Gde 1 Remuneration: $32.14 - $34.33 per hour + superannuation Requisition ID: REQ528176 Applications Close: Sunday, 3rd November 2024 About the Role As a Dental Assistant within the Inverell Dental Clinic, you will assist in the facilitation of efficient delivery of dental services and operations of the Dental Unit by providing clinical and administrative assistance and support. Close collaboration and open communication are integral, with everyone playing a vital role in the clinic's success. Direct and meaningful interactions with patients are a daily highlight, contributing to a fulfilling work experience. Working at Inverell Dental Clinic provides a structured yet dynamic environment where each day brings opportunities to make a positive impact on patients' oral health and well-being. Ongoing support and a comprehensive orientation program will be provided by the Oral Health management team to ensure your success and professional development in this position. Where you'll be working The Inverell Dental Clinic is open 5 days a week from 8.00am to 4.30pm and located within the hospital facility, it provides high-quality dental care for adults and children in Inverell and the surrounding regions. Working in a small dental clinic like Inverell Dental Clinic offers a unique and enriching professional environment characterized by close-knit teamwork, a supportive atmosphere, and a patient-centred approach. About You The suitable applicant will hold Certificate III in dental assisting, or will be an unqualified but experienced Dental Assistant skilled in the provision of a high level of clinical dental assistance within prescribed standards of infection control and patient safety. You will also have a professional and compassionate attitude and well-developed oral and written communication skills that are utilised to build strong relationships with key stakeholders. Your competence in performing and assisting with oral health care procedures and ability work effectively and efficiently in a team setting will be the key to your success in this position.
Current NSW drivers licence
Benefits Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
Salary packaging options
Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Kate Healy on Kate.Healy@health.nsw.gov.au Information for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp. This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses. Connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn!
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