Employment Type: CasualPosition Classification: Dental Assistant Grade 1Remuneration: $33.26 - $35.53 per hourHours Per Week: up to 38Requisition ID: REQ564059Join Our Team as a Dental Assistant Grade 1 at Central Coast Local Health DistrictAbout The RoleAre you an experienced Dental Assistant with a passion for leadership and high-quality patient care? Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking dedicated Grade 1 Dental Assistants to join our Oral Health Service. In this pivotal role, you will provide supervision and direction to ensure exceptional dental assisting services, including patient care, infection control, reception services, and sterilisation. Flexibility with work duties and location is essential, as is a commitment to workplace health, safety, and wellbeing.We currently have casual, temporary, and permanent vacancies across Gosford and Wyong. Completed applications will be actioned within 3 business days and suitable candidates will be moved to Hire Vue our interviewing platform. Apply once and we will keep you informed about all of the current Dental Assistant Grade 1 positions across the district.About YouWe are looking for a proactive and skilled individual who meets the following selection criteria:Qualifications: You hold a nationally recognised Dental Assisting Certificate at Certificate Level IV, or qualifications deemed equivalent by the NSW Ministry of Health and have significant experience as a Dental Assistant within a public oral health environment.Leadership: You possess demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to supervise, motivate, coach, and mentor staff.Independence: You can work independently with excellent time management skills.Problem-Solving: You have proven high-level problem-solving and prioritisation skills and can make clear decisions in pressure situations.Community Commitment: You understand how the District is Caring for the Coast and how this role contributes to that mission.BenefitsWork-Life Balance – Enjoy Monday to Friday and regular business hours working conditions and an accrued day off each month (for full-time employees), 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD.Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW HealthCentral Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.Additional InformationAn Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates.Need more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact the Recruitment UnitPhone: 02 4320 2522 (option 1)Email: CCLHD-Recruitment@health.nsw.gov.auApplications Close: Sunday, 20 April 2025 at 11:59pmYou are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
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